ASSAM QUIZ 11

ASSAM QUIZ 11

Who established Mlechchha Dynasty in Assam?

Answer

Salasthamba established Mlechchha dynasty in Assam. Taking advantage of the declining power of Varman dynasty, Salasthamba captured the throne after the death of Bhaskar Varman. He became the ruler of Kamrupa and established Mlechchha dynasty. Mlechchha dynasty ruled Kamrupa Kingdom from 650 AD to 900 AD.

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Who was the founder of Pala Dynasty in Assam?

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The answer is Brahma Pala. Brahma Pala was the first Pala ruler of Kamrupa kingdom. He established the Pala Dynasty, which ruled Kamrupa Kingdom of Assam from 900 to 1100 AD. Brahma Pala was in the throne from 900 to 920 AD.

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In which year Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) was formed?

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In 1937. The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) was established in the year 1937 under the Government of India Act, 1935. After independence of India, the regulations of APSC came into force from September 1, 1951 and the Assam Public Service Commission (Limitation of Functions) Regulation was formally declared. The first non-official Chairman of the commission was Kameswar Das.

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In which year Assam hosted National Games?

Answer

In the year 2007. Assam hosted the 33rd National Games of India in 2007. Guwahati was the host city. The opening ceremony held on February 9, 2007 at Sarusajai stadium, Guwahati. After successfully hosting different sporting events at different stadiums, the 33rd National Games ended on February 18, 2007.

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In which year Assam Agricultural University (AAU) was established?

Answer

In 1969. The Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat was established on April 1, 1969. The agricultural university was formed under the Assam Agricultural University Act of 1968 January 2, 1969. AAU, Jorhat is the only agricultural university in Assam state of India. It’s main campus is located at Barbheta, Jorhat.

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When did Chief Commissionership of Assam was introduced?

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The Chief Commissionership of Assam was introduced in the year 1874. After the Yandaboo treaty of 1826, Assam went to the hands of British. They included Assam in the province of Bengal. In 1874, Assam was separated from the Lieutenant-Governorship of Bengal. On February 7, 1874, Assam was upgraded to a Chief Commissioner’s Province under Richard Harte Keatinge.

***Note: This question appeared in the 2001 APSC Prelims (General Studies) question paper.

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Which district of Assam has the longest International Border?

Answer

Dhubri district is the correct Answer. The Dhubri district has longest International border in Assam state of India. The length of the India-Bangladesh International border in Dhubri district is about 134 km. Karimganj has 92km long India-Bangladesh international border. Total length of India-Bangladesh border in Assam state of India is 263km.

Note: This question appeared in APSC 2001 Prelims (General Studies) question paper.

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Who was the earliest known King of Assam?

Answer

Mahiranga (Mirong) Danava was the earliest King of Assam. According to ancient literature and mythology, present day Assam was a part of Pragjyotisha kingdom ruled by Danava dynasty. It was in Iron age. The first ruler of Danava dynasty was Mahiranga Danava. There is no archeological evidence to support the existence of Danava dynasty. But Danava dynasty and their rulers were mentioned in the Kalika Puran.

***Note: This question was asked in APSC 2001 General Studies (Prelims) question paper.

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In which year Oil India Limited (OIL) was formed?

Answer

The Oil India Limited (OIL) was formed in the year 1959. It was a joint venture between Assam Oil Company/Burmah Oil Company and Government of India. Their head quarters were at Digboi, Assam. Later the headquarters of Oil India Ltd was shifted to Duliajan in Assam.

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When did Oil Drilling started in Assam?

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Oil drilling started in Assam state of India in 1889. The discovery of the Digboi Oil field was a landmark in the history of oil. The Digboi Well No-1 was started in 1889 by W.L. Lake of Assam Railway and Trading Co. W. L. Lake used to urge his men “Dig boy, dig” and hence the place got the name Digboi. Later in 1901, the first petroleum refinery in India was established in Digboi.

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