Top 100 Assam History MCQs: Ultimate Guide for APSC, ADRE & Assam Govt Exams

Assam’s rich and diverse history has long been a cornerstone of the region’s cultural identity—and it plays a pivotal role in competitive exams like APSC, ADRE, and various Assam government recruitment tests. In this comprehensive guide, we present our Top 100 Assam History MCQs that cover everything from ancient dynasties and the Ahom period to modern transitions and miscellaneous historical facts. Whether you are a fresh aspirant or a seasoned candidate, this quiz-style review is designed to deepen your knowledge and refine your exam strategies.

Why Practice Assam History MCQs?

Assam’s historical narrative is layered and complex. Here’s why mastering these MCQs is essential:

  • Cultural Relevance: The evolution of Assam—from early settlements and ancient kingdoms to the rise of the Ahom dynasty—has shaped its modern society.
  • Exam Utility: Questions on Assam history appear frequently in competitive exams like APSC, ADRE, and Assam Police recruitment.
  • Skill Enhancement: Regular practice improves your recall, time management, and analytical skills for answering multiple-choice questions.

How to Use This Guide of MCQs

This article is structured into four main sections:

  1. Ancient Assam & Early Dynasties (Questions 1–25)
  2. The Ahom Dynasty (Questions 26–60)
  3. Medieval to Modern Transitions (Questions 61–85)
  4. Miscellaneous & Bonus (Questions 86–100)

A quick reference table below outlines the distribution of top 100 Assam history MCQs:

Section No. of Questions
Ancient Assam & Early Dynasties 25
The Ahom Dynasty 35
Medieval to Modern Transitions 25
Miscellaneous & Bonus 15
Total 100

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Section 1: Ancient Assam & Early Dynasties (Questions 1–25)

  1. Who is credited with founding the early settlement that later evolved into the Ahom Kingdom?
    Options: (A) Sukaphaa, (B) Biswa Singha, (C) Salasthamba, (D) Bhaskar Varman
    Answer: A
    Explanation: Sukaphaa migrated into the region and established the foundation of the Ahom Kingdom.

  2. Which dynasty is considered to have ruled Assam before the rise of the Ahom Kingdom?
    Options: (A) Varman Dynasty, (B) Pala Dynasty, (C) Salasthamba Dynasty, (D) Koch Dynasty
    Answer: C
    Explanation: The Salasthamba Dynasty was in power before the Ahoms came to prominence.

  3. Which ancient king is known for commissioning inscriptions that detail Assam’s early history?
    Options: (A) Bhaskar Varman, (B) Harjjar Varman, (C) Pushya Varman, (D) Ratna Pala
    Answer: A

  4. Who was the founder of the Pala Dynasty in Kamrupa?
    Options: (A) Brahma Pala, (B) Jaya Pala, (C) Ratna Pala, (D) Harsha Pala
    Answer: A

  5. Who was the last ruler of the Pala Dynasty in Assam?
    Options: (A) Brahma Pala, (B) Jaya Pala, (C) Ratna Pala, (D) Harsha Pala
    Answer: B

  6. The Kachari Kingdom was established by which leader?
    Options: (A) Nirbhay Narayan, (B) Gopichandranarayan, (C) Raja Gobind Chandra, (D) Biswa Singha
    Answer: B

  7. Which ruler is credited with founding the Koch Dynasty in Assam?
    Options: (A) Nara Narayan, (B) Biswa Singha, (C) Raghudev, (D) Lakshmi Narayan
    Answer: B

  8. Who was the last king of the undivided Koch Dynasty?
    Options: (A) Nara Narayan, (B) Biswa Singha, (C) Raghudev, (D) Lakshmi Narayan
    Answer: A

  9. Which term describes the royal tombs of the Ahom dynasty?
    Options: (A) Kabar, (B) Moidam, (C) Smashan, (D) Necropolis
    Answer: B

  10. Which ancient invasion marked the beginning of Muslim incursions into Assam?
    Options: (A) Invasion by Tughril Khan, (B) Expedition of Muhammad bin Bakhtyar Khalji, (C) Campaign of Ikhtiyaruddin Yuzbak, (D) Raid by Turbaq Khan
    Answer: B

  11. Which historical event in early Assam is characterized by a peasant uprising against feudal oppression?
    Options: (A) The Phulaguri Dhawa, (B) The Dandi March, (C) The Battle of Itakhuli, (D) The Assam Accord
    Answer: A

  12. Who is renowned for establishing early trade routes in ancient Assam?
    Options: (A) Sukaphaa, (B) Bhaskar Varman, (C) Salasthamba, (D) Gopichandranarayan
    Answer: B

  13. Which dynasty is associated with the initial development of Assam’s cultural identity through literature and art?
    Options: (A) Salasthamba, (B) Varman, (C) Pala, (D) Koch
    Answer: C

  14. What was the capital of ancient Kamrupa during the Pala period?
    Options: (A) Guwahati, (B) Pragjyotishpur, (C) Charaideo, (D) Sivasagar
    Answer: B

  15. Which ruler is associated with the establishment of early administrative systems in ancient Assam?
    Options: (A) Bhaskar Varman, (B) Salasthamba, (C) Sukaphaa, (D) Jaya Pala
    Answer: A

  16. Which dynasty’s rule is marked by significant contributions to temple architecture in early Assam?
    Options: (A) Koch Dynasty, (B) Pala Dynasty, (C) Salasthamba Dynasty, (D) Varman Dynasty
    Answer: B

  17. Who among the early rulers is credited with uniting various tribes in Assam?
    Options: (A) Sukaphaa, (B) Biswa Singha, (C) Salasthamba, (D) Bhaskar Varman
    Answer: D

  18. Which historical document provides insights into ancient Assam’s governance?
    Options: (A) Buranji, (B) Arthashastra, (C) Rigveda, (D) Manusmriti
    Answer: A
    Explanation: Buranjis are chronicles that detail the history and administration of Assam.

  19. Who was the chief architect of the early administrative system in ancient Kamrupa?
    Options: (A) Brahma Pala, (B) Salasthamba, (C) Bhaskar Varman, (D) Ratna Pala
    Answer: C

  20. Which period in ancient Assam saw the consolidation of early agrarian practices?
    Options: (A) Varman Period, (B) Pala Period, (C) Koch Period, (D) Ahom Period
    Answer: A

  21. Which dynasty is noted for its patronage of early Buddhist establishments in Assam?
    Options: (A) Pala Dynasty, (B) Salasthamba Dynasty, (C) Koch Dynasty, (D) Ahom Dynasty
    Answer: A

  22. The use of copper plates for inscriptions in ancient Assam was prominent during which dynasty?
    Options: (A) Varman, (B) Pala, (C) Salasthamba, (D) Koch
    Answer: B

  23. Which ancient city served as a significant cultural and trade hub in early Assam?
    Options: (A) Pragjyotishpur, (B) Guwahati, (C) Jorhat, (D) Sivasagar
    Answer: A

  24. Who is credited with establishing early diplomatic ties with neighboring kingdoms in ancient Assam?
    Options: (A) Bhaskar Varman, (B) Sukaphaa, (C) Gopichandranarayan, (D) Brahma Pala
    Answer: A

  25. Which of the following best represents the impact of early dynasties on Assam’s social structure?
    Options: (A) Introduction of feudalism, (B) Establishment of a democratic system, (C) Creation of caste hierarchy, (D) Adoption of Marxist principles
    Answer: A

Section 2: The Ahom Dynasty (Questions 26–60)

  1. Who is recognized as the founder of the Ahom Kingdom in Assam?
    Options: (A) Sukaphaa, (B) Biswa Singha, (C) Salasthamba, (D) Bhaskar Varman
    Answer: A

  2. Under which ruler did the Ahom Kingdom experience significant territorial expansion?
    Options: (A) Sukaphaa, (B) Suhungmung, (C) Rudra Singha, (D) Gadadhar Singha
    Answer: B

  3. Which Ahom king is known for adopting Hindu titles and promoting cultural integration?
    Options: (A) Siva Singha, (B) Suhungmung, (C) Rudra Singha, (D) Gadadhar Singha
    Answer: B

  4. The celebrated Battle of Saraighat was fought during which Ahom king’s reign?
    Options: (A) Siva Singha, (B) Suhungmung, (C) Udayaditya Singha, (D) Rudra Singha
    Answer: C

  5. Who is the legendary Ahom general famed for his leadership in the Battle of Saraighat?
    Options: (A) Momai Tamuli Borbarua, (B) Lachit Borphukan, (C) Pramatta Singha, (D) Gaurinath Singha
    Answer: B

  6. Which Ahom king is known for his extensive administrative reforms, including land surveying?
    Options: (A) Gadadhar Singha, (B) Siva Singha, (C) Rudra Singha, (D) Suhungmung
    Answer: A

  7. Which iconic amphitheater in Assam was originally constructed during the Ahom period using bamboo and wood?
    Options: (A) Umananda Temple, (B) Rang Ghar, (C) Joysagar Tank, (D) Kareng Ghar
    Answer: B

  8. Under whose reign was Rang Ghar reconstructed with brick and mortar?
    Options: (A) Siva Singha, (B) Pramatta Singha, (C) Rudra Singha, (D) Gadadhar Singha
    Answer: B

  9. Which Ahom ruler shifted the capital from Gargaon to Rangpur?
    Options: (A) Rudra Singha, (B) Suhungmung, (C) Siva Singha, (D) Gadadhar Singha
    Answer: A

  10. The term “Lora Raja” is associated with which Ahom king?
    Options: (A) Sulikphaa, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Siva Singha, (D) Pramatta Singha
    Answer: A

  11. Which king introduced the Hindu title ‘Swarganarayan’ to the Ahom monarchy?
    Options: (A) Suhungmung, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: A

  12. Who is credited with establishing the Paik system in the Ahom Kingdom?
    Options: (A) Momai Tamuli Borbarua, (B) Pratap Singha, (C) Lachit Borphukan, (D) Chakrapani Borbarua
    Answer: A

  13. Which river is home to the Umananda Temple, built during the Ahom period?
    Options: (A) Brahmaputra, (B) Barak, (C) Subansiri, (D) Disang
    Answer: A

  14. Which Ahom king is noted for the construction of the Joysagar Tank in honor of his mother?
    Options: (A) Rudra Singha, (B) Gadadhar Singha, (C) Suhungmung, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: A

  15. Who is regarded as the first Barbarua of the Ahom Kingdom?
    Options: (A) Momai Tamuli Borbarua, (B) Koncheng, (C) Phrasengmung, (D) Atan Burahgohain
    Answer: A

  16. Which Ahom king is remembered for introducing the system of land revenue and surveying?
    Options: (A) Gadadhar Singha, (B) Siva Singha, (C) Rudra Singha, (D) Suhungmung
    Answer: A

  17. The construction of the Dhodar Ali Road is attributed to which Ahom ruler?
    Options: (A) Gaurinath Singha, (B) Gadadhar Singha, (C) Suhungmung, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: B

  18. Who among the following shifted the Ahom capital to Bokota?
    Options: (A) Rudra Singha, (B) Suhungmung, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: B

  19. Which Ahom king is credited with moving the capital to Barkola?
    Options: (A) Rudra Singha, (B) Gadadhar Singha, (C) Suhungmung, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: B

  20. Who established Jorhat as the capital during the later period of the Ahom Kingdom?
    Options: (A) Gaurinath Singha, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Siva Singha, (D) Suhungmung
    Answer: A

  21. Who among the Ahom kings is known for significant cultural patronage and literature?
    Options: (A) Siva Singha, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Suhungmung
    Answer: A

  22. Which king is associated with the introduction of the first population census in Assam?
    Options: (A) Suhungmung, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: A

  23. Which religious structure was reconstructed by Naranarayan during the Ahom period?
    Options: (A) Kamakhya Temple, (B) Umananda Temple, (C) Ranganath Temple, (D) Joysagar Tank
    Answer: A

  24. Which Ahom king is noted for his progressive administrative reforms including land surveying and revenue systems?
    Options: (A) Gadadhar Singha, (B) Siva Singha, (C) Suhungmung, (D) Rudra Singha
    Answer: A

  25. Which Ahom king is remembered for having successfully repelled multiple Mughal invasions?
    Options: (A) Suhungmung, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Siva Singha, (D) Gadadhar Singha
    Answer: B

  26. Which administrative office was designated for managing the affairs of lower Assam during the Ahom period?
    Options: (A) Barbarua, (B) Borphukan, (C) Barpatra Gohain, (D) Barbaruah
    Answer: B

  27. The title ‘Dihingia Raja’ was given to which Ahom king for shifting the capital?
    Options: (A) Suhungmung, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: A

  28. Which event during the Ahom period is celebrated as a demonstration of valor against invaders?
    Options: (A) Battle of Itakhuli, (B) Battle of Bharali, (C) Battle of Saraighat, (D) Treaty of Ghilajharighat
    Answer: C

  29. Who was the Ahom king during the signing of the Treaty of Ghilajharighat?
    Options: (A) Suhungmung, (B) Jayadhwaj Singha, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Rudra Singha
    Answer: B

  30. Which Ahom king’s reign is associated with major advancements in agriculture and irrigation?
    Options: (A) Siva Singha, (B) Gadadhar Singha, (C) Rudra Singha, (D) Suhungmung
    Answer: C

  31. The creation of Buranji chronicles is most closely associated with which regime?
    Options: (A) Ahom Kingdom, (B) Koch Dynasty, (C) Pala Dynasty, (D) Salasthamba Dynasty
    Answer: A

  32. Which Ahom ruler is known for consolidating the state’s military strength through strategic alliances?
    Options: (A) Suhungmung, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: B

  33. Who was responsible for initiating major cultural and architectural developments in the Ahom capital?
    Options: (A) Siva Singha, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Suhungmung, (D) Gadadhar Singha
    Answer: D

  34. Which king is credited with reorganizing the army by introducing the Paik system?
    Options: (A) Momai Tamuli Borbarua, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Suhungmung, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: A

  35. Who among the Ahom kings is celebrated for contributions to literature and religious patronage?
    Options: (A) Siva Singha, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Suhungmung
    Answer: A

Section 3: Medieval to Modern Transitions (Questions 61–85)

  1. Which historic treaty was signed on 15th August 1985 to address issues in Assam?
    Options: (A) Assam Accord, (B) Treaty of Majuli, (C) Treaty of Sadiya, (D) Treaty of Guwahati
    Answer: A

  2. Who was the first martyr from Assam during the 1942 freedom movement?
    Options: (A) Maniram Dewan, (B) Kushal Konwar, (C) Piyoli Phukan, (D) Kanaklata Barua
    Answer: D

  3. Which uprising is considered the first peasant revolt against British rule in Assam?
    Options: (A) Phulaguri Dhawa, (B) Moamoria Rebellion, (C) Dandi March, (D) Battle of Itakhuli
    Answer: A

  4. Who is remembered for leading a significant revolt against British rule during the decline of the Ahom Kingdom?
    Options: (A) Gomdhar Konwar, (B) Maniram Dewan, (C) Piyoli Phukan, (D) Leeladhar Barua
    Answer: A

  5. During which period did the British annex the Kachari Kingdom in Assam?
    Options: (A) 1826, (B) 1832, (C) 1842, (D) 1862
    Answer: B

  6. Who was the last king of the Kachari Kingdom before its annexation by the British?
    Options: (A) Nirbhay Narayan, (B) Bhima Singha, (C) Raja Gobind Chandra, (D) Gopichandranarayan
    Answer: C

  7. Which event marked the end of Mughal invasions in Assam?
    Options: (A) Treaty of Ghilajharighat, (B) Battle of Saraighat, (C) Treaty of Majuli, (D) Moamoria Rebellion
    Answer: A

  8. Which Kamrupa ruler repelled Bakhtiyar Khalji’s invasion?
    Options: (A) Prithu, (B) Bhagadutta, (C) Bhaskar Varman, (D) Pushyavarman
    Answer: A

  9. In which year did Bakhtiyar Khalji invade Assam?
    Options: (A) 1205, (B) 1209, (C) 1215, (D) 1220
    Answer: A

  10. Who was the first Chief Commissioner of Assam under British administration?
    Options: (A) Sir Akbar Hyderi, (B) Richard Harte Keatinge, (C) Sukumar Sen, (D) Syed Mohammad Sadullah
    Answer: B

  11. Which rebellion significantly weakened the Ahom rule in its later period?
    Options: (A) Moamoria Rebellion, (B) Phulaguri Dhawa, (C) Dandi March, (D) Battle of Itakhuli
    Answer: A

  12. Who is remembered for his role in mobilizing the masses during Assam’s Freedom Movement?
    Options: (A) Gopinath Bordoloi, (B) Maniram Dewan, (C) Kushal Konwar, (D) Leeladhar Barua
    Answer: A

  13. Which community integrations were emphasized during the signing of the Assam Accord?
    Options: (A) Tribal groups, (B) Tea garden workers, (C) Immigrant communities, (D) All of the above
    Answer: D

  14. Which significant event in modern Assam is marked by a comprehensive agreement between diverse stakeholders?
    Options: (A) Assam Accord, (B) Treaty of Majuli, (C) Annexation of Kachari Kingdom, (D) Formation of the Matak Kingdom
    Answer: A

  15. Who is credited with initiating reforms that laid the foundation for modern Assam’s administrative structure?
    Options: (A) Gopinath Bordoloi, (B) Maniram Dewan, (C) Kushal Konwar, (D) Arnabikagiri Raichoudhury
    Answer: A

  16. Which era in Assam is characterized by the transformative influence of British colonial rule?
    Options: (A) Pre-colonial, (B) Colonial, (C) Post-independence, (D) Modern
    Answer: B

  17. What was one of the primary objectives of the Assam Accord?
    Options: (A) Land reforms, (B) Addressing immigration issues, (C) Promoting industrialization, (D) Enhancing education
    Answer: B

  18. Which historical figure from Assam is celebrated for his sacrifice during the 1942 movement?
    Options: (A) Maniram Dewan, (B) Kushal Konwar, (C) Kanaklata Barua, (D) Piyoli Phukan
    Answer: C

  19. The British annexation of the Kachari Kingdom marked what major turning point for Assam?
    Options: (A) Strengthening local rule, (B) Socio-political reforms, (C) Beginning of colonial dominance, (D) None of the above
    Answer: C

  20. Which movement is seen as a precursor to modern administrative reforms in Assam?
    Options: (A) Moamoria Rebellion, (B) Phulaguri Dhawa, (C) Assam Accord, (D) Dandi March
    Answer: A

  21. Which factor significantly contributed to the decline of the Ahom Kingdom?
    Options: (A) Internal conflicts, (B) Mughal invasions, (C) British colonial policies, (D) All of the above
    Answer: D

  22. Which administrative reform in modern Assam was directly influenced by British governance?
    Options: (A) Land surveying, (B) Revenue collection, (C) Legal reforms, (D) All of the above
    Answer: D

  23. Who is a prominent figure in Assam’s modern political history?
    Options: (A) Gopinath Bordoloi, (B) Maniram Dewan, (C) Kushal Konwar, (D) Arnabikagiri Raichoudhury
    Answer: A

  24. Which event is often considered the turning point in Assam’s transition to modern governance?
    Options: (A) Assam Accord, (B) Annexation of Kachari Kingdom, (C) Moamoria Rebellion, (D) Formation of the Matak Kingdom
    Answer: A

  25. In which year was the Assam Accord signed?
    Options: (A) 1983, (B) 1985, (C) 1987, (D) 1990
    Answer: B

Section 4: Miscellaneous & Bonus (Questions 86–100)

  1. Which animal is traditionally associated with the royal emblem of ancient Kamrupa?
    Options: (A) Tiger, (B) Elephant, (C) Rhinoceros, (D) Peacock
    Answer: B

  2. What is the significance of the Buranji in Assam’s historical literature?
    Options: (A) A religious text, (B) Chronicles historical events, (C) A work of fiction, (D) A collection of poems
    Answer: B

  3. Which river is central to many historical narratives in Assam?
    Options: (A) Barak, (B) Brahmaputra, (C) Subansiri, (D) Disang
    Answer: B

  4. Which structure is considered one of the oldest architectural marvels built during the Ahom period?
    Options: (A) Rang Ghar, (B) Umananda Temple, (C) Joysagar Tank, (D) Kareng Ghar
    Answer: A

  5. Who is recognized for initiating the system of land revenue during the Ahom period?
    Options: (A) Gadadhar Singha, (B) Siva Singha, (C) Rudra Singha, (D) Suhungmung
    Answer: A

  6. Which notable Assamese text is essential for understanding the state’s history?
    Options: (A) Buranji, (B) Arthashastra, (C) Rigveda, (D) Mahabharata
    Answer: A

  7. Which king is remembered for shifting the capital multiple times during the Ahom period?
    Options: (A) Suhungmung, (B) Rudra Singha, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: A

  8. Who led the first organized peasant uprising in Assam?
    Options: (A) Phulaguri Dhawa, (B) Maniram Dewan, (C) Kanaklata Barua, (D) Gomdhar Konwar
    Answer: A

  9. Which king is celebrated for his contribution to Assam’s architectural heritage by reconstructing ancient temples?
    Options: (A) Naranarayan, (B) Biswa Singha, (C) Lakshmi Narayan, (D) Jagaddipendra Narayan
    Answer: A

  10. The historic Dhodar Ali Road was constructed to connect which two regions?
    Options: (A) Kamargaon and Joypur, (B) Rangpur and Jorhat, (C) Gargaon and Sivasagar, (D) Charaideo and Guwahati
    Answer: A

  11. Which Assamese freedom fighter is remembered for his sacrifice during the 1942 movement?
    Options: (A) Maniram Dewan, (B) Kushal Konwar, (C) Kanaklata Barua, (D) Piyoli Phukan
    Answer: C

  12. Which Ahom king is often celebrated for his military strategies against Mughal invasions?
    Options: (A) Rudra Singha, (B) Suhungmung, (C) Gadadhar Singha, (D) Siva Singha
    Answer: A

  13. Which event marked the consolidation of Assam’s modern political framework in the 20th century?
    Options: (A) Assam Accord, (B) Moamoria Rebellion, (C) Annexation of Kachari Kingdom, (D) Dandi March
    Answer: A

  14. Who is considered the visionary leader responsible for uniting diverse tribal groups in Assam?
    Options: (A) Biswa Singha, (B) Nara Narayan, (C) Bhaskar Varman, (D) Sukaphaa
    Answer: D

  15. Which cultural festival in Assam is deeply rooted in its historical traditions?
    Options: (A) Bihu, (B) Rongali, (C) Ambubachi, (D) Magh Bihu
    Answer: A

Final Thoughts on Top 100 Assam History MCQs

Mastering these Top 100 Assam History MCQs will not only help you tackle your competitive exams with confidence but also provide you with a deeper understanding of the region’s historical evolution. Regular revision, along with group discussions and practice tests, can further enhance your retention of key historical facts and figures.

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