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Who is the first athlete from Assam to win a medal in the Summer Olympics?
During whose reign was the Rang Ghar constructed?
Where is Assam Women’s University located?
Which state does Srirampur connect with Assam?
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Which of the following cities has a sea port?
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What is the currency of Japan?
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Which statement about Pobitora is true?
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Which bridge is located near Guwahati?
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Which mobile theatre group is considered the oldest?
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Who composed the tune for 'O’ Mor Apunar Desh'?
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In which location were Kanaklata and Mukunda Kakati shot by British soldiers during the Quit India Movement in 1942?
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Which word correctly fills the gap in 'Oxomiya Bhaxa Unnati ______ Xobha'?
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Who is the author of 'Saptakanda Ramayana', a translation of Valmiki Ramayana in Assamese?
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Where is the Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden located?
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Which of the following is not part of the life cycle of a butterfly?
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What was the first Assamese film to win the Best Feature Film award at the National Film Awards?
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In which city is the Toklai Tea Research Institute located?
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Which district is home to the Numaligarh Refinery?
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Which planet lies between Earth and Jupiter in the solar system?
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Who designed the National Flag of India?
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Who won the Men’s Singles at the French Open in 2022?
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What is the capital of Jharkhand?
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Where is the gold mine associated with India located?
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In which location did India test its first nuclear device?
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What is the distance between the two sets of wickets on a cricket pitch?
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Who was the President of the United States as of January 1, 2022?
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For what is Greek mathematician Pythagoras best known?
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Which festival is associated with the film industry?
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What is goitre caused by a deficiency of?
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Which state in India did the Chipko Movement originate?
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Which Emperor is credited with the construction of the Grand Trunk Road in India?
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Which of the following languages is NOT part of the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?
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In what year was the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) enacted?
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Which Article in the Indian Constitution grants special status to the states of Northeast India?
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Where did Jawahar Lal Nehru write his book 'Discovery of India'?
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Which location has received the GI tag for its Litchi?
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Who is recognized for initiating reforms in the Indian Education System?
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Who was the first Editor of the Assamese magazine Orunodoi?
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What is the popular name of the scheme related to streamlining Land Revenue services by the Govt. of Assam?
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What is the name of the form of the One Act Play popularized by Srimanta Sankardev?
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Which of the following trees is not considered as an example of deciduous vegetation?
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Who established Jorhat as the last capital of the Ahom Kingdom?
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Which source do the projects at Kalpakkam, Narora, and Tarapore produce electricity from?
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Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India?
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Which Act of British India had the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre crowd gather to protest?
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Which direction does the river Brahmaputra flow in Assam?
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What was the name of King Naranarayana before he ascended the throne of the Koch kingdom?
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Which region is Jhum cultivation usually practiced in?
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Hajo is considered as the confluence of which three religions?
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Who amongst the following is the 'anti-corruption authority' to represent the public interest?
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Study Notes
Assam and Notable Personalities
- Lovlina Bargohain is the first athlete from Assam to win a medal in the Summer Olympics.
- Mamoni Roisom Goswami was the first Assamese writer to receive the Jnanpeeth Award.
- Chandraprabha Saikiani was the first Assamese woman to win the Padma Shree award.
Historical Landmarks and Institutions
- The Rang Ghar was built during the reign of Swargadeo Rudra Singha.
- Assam Women’s University is located in Sibsagar.
- The Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is situated in Guwahati.
Geography and Infrastructure
- Srirampur connects Assam with West Bengal.
- The Numaligarh Refinery is located in Golaghat district.
- The river Brahmaputra flows from West to East in Assam.
Culture and Language
- "Orunodoi" was the first Assamese language magazine published in Jorhat.
- The One Act Play form popularized by Srimanta Sankardev is known as Ankiya Nat.
- The ancient tradition of Bhryamyaman theatres includes the Kohinoor Theatre as the oldest group.
Science and Nature
- Caterpillar, Eggs, and Pupa are part of a butterfly's life cycle; Tadpole is not.
- Vitamin C is predominantly present in lemon and Amla.
Events and Movements
- The Quit India Movement of 1942 saw the fatal shooting of Kanaklata and Mukunda Kakati in Dhekiajuli.
- The Chipko Movement originated in Uttarakhand.
Legislative and Governance
- The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) was passed in 1958.
- Article 371 of the Indian Constitution grants special status to the states in North East India.
- The representation of public interest against corruption in India is upheld by Lokpal.
Cultural Festivals and Entertainment
- The Cannes festival is related to the film industry.
- The first Assamese film to win Best Feature Film at the National Film Awards was "Halodhiya Choraye Baodhan Khai."
Education and Innovation
- Lord Macaulay is known for his reforms in the Indian Education System.
- The first Editor of the Assamese magazine "Orunodoi" was Dr. Nathan Brown.
Major Achievements and Innovations
- India tested its first nuclear device at Pokhran.
- The Toklai Tea Research Institute is located in Jorhat.
Miscellaneous Facts
- The first Indian-born woman in space was Kalpana Chawla.
- The Grand Trunk Road was built by Emperor Sher Shah Suri.
- The only Sainik School of Assam is in Goalpara.
Indian Constitution and Rights
- The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution includes various languages; Karbi is not included.
- The distance between the wickets on a cricket pitch is 22 yards.
Natural Resources
- Jhum cultivation is commonly practiced in hill sides.
- The Jallianwala Bagh massacre crowd gathered to protest the Rowlatt Act.
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Test your knowledge with the ADRE SLRC Grade IV quiz on general knowledge related to Assam and notable personalities. The questions cover topics like sports achievements and historical monuments. Challenge yourself and see how well you remember important facts about your region.
