Kamarupa Kings and Dynasties Quiz
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Who was the first of the Kamarupa kings to assume high-sounding epithets?

  • Vanamalavarmanadeva
  • Jayamala
  • Brahmapala
  • Harjara (correct)
  • Which king is acknowledged for his abdication of the throne in favor of his son and fasting unto death?

  • Vanamalavarmanadeva (correct)
  • Balavarman-II
  • Ratnapala
  • Harjara
  • Who was the last important ruler of the Salastambha Dynasty?

  • Tyaghasinga (correct)
  • Brahmapala
  • Balavarman-III
  • Dharmapala
  • Which of the following kings is described as the first elected king of Assam?

    <p>Brahmapala</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is known about Ratnapala's contributions during his reign?

    <p>He beautified and fortified Hadapyaka, renaming it Durjaya.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is referred to as the last significant ruler of the Pala Dynasty?

    <p>Dharmapala</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which king had a prominent role in the development of military power during the Kamarupa period?

    <p>Jayamala</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grant is associated with the exploits of Ratnapala?

    <p>Choratbari grant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first Kamarupa king to perform the Aswamedha yajna?

    <p>Mahendravarman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What notable action did Bhutivarman take during his reign?

    <p>He extended the western frontier of the kingdom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which king succeeded Bhutivarman?

    <p>Chandramukhvarman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Bhaskarvarman send to Harshavardhana as part of the proposed alliance?

    <p>A painting called 'Paat aru Tulika'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical figure visited Kamarupa in 642-43 AD?

    <p>Hiuen Tsang</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the capital city of Gauda, which was defeated by Bhaskarvarman?

    <p>Karnasuvarna</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long was Kamarupa described to be in Hiuen Tsang's account?

    <p>About 10,000 li</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of Susthitavarman after his defeat?

    <p>Kamarupa lost Pundravardhana.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national parks in Assam were designated as World Heritage Sites in 1985?

    <p>Manas National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an Elephant Reserve in Assam?

    <p>Nameri Elephant Reserve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the social forestry programme launched in Assam?

    <p>1980-81</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the most sparsely populated area in Assam?

    <p>Dima Hasao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wildlife sanctuary in Assam is known for having the world's highest density of One Horned Rhino?

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    Which district has the highest literacy rate in Assam?

    <p>Kamrup (Metro)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a Ramsar Site located in Assam?

    <p>Deepar Beel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Assam's population were Muslims according to the 2011 census?

    <p>34.22%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biosphere reserve was established first in Assam?

    <p>Manas BR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the Digboi refinery commissioned?

    <p>1901</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary objectives of the social forestry programme in Assam?

    <p>Meet the requirement of leaf-fodders and fuel wood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which oilfield was discovered first among the following in Assam?

    <p>Digboi Oilfield</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following wildlife sanctuaries in Assam has been constituted especially for the protection of the Hispid Hare and Pigmy Hog?

    <p>Bornadi Wildlife Sanctuary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following languages has the highest percentage of speakers in Assam?

    <p>Assamese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which district has the highest sex ratio in Assam?

    <p>Baksa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the capacity of the Noonmati refinery when it was established?

    <p>1 million tonnes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following divisions was part of the traditional fourfold military organization?

    <p>Infantry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which weapon was commonly used by the Assam tribes as mentioned in the content?

    <p>Spear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable strategy employed by the Assam tribes during warfare?

    <p>Surprise attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which religion is associated with the temple of Kamakhya on Nilachala hill?

    <p>Hinduism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of worship did the people of Kamarupa practice before the introduction of Buddhism?

    <p>Sun worship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material was NOT used for construction during the period discussed?

    <p>Steel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which architectural findings revealed the sculptural art of Assam's origins?

    <p>Daparbatia temple</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form of Buddhism was prominent in Kamarupa?

    <p>Vajrayana Buddhism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event led to the annexation of Cachar to the British Empire?

    <p>The assassination of Govind Chandra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Assamese figure was involved in the Revolt of 1857 and was subsequently hanged?

    <p>Maniram Dewan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which year saw Assamese being declared the official language?

    <p>1873</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major cause of the Phulguri uprising in 1861?

    <p>Ban on opium cultivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Haliram Dhekial Phukan play in Assamese literature?

    <p>Wrote 'Assam Buranji' in Bengali</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which uprising involved protestors looting Ragia Bazar?

    <p>The Rangia uprising</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for the publication of the first Assamese journal 'Orunudoi'?

    <p>Dr. Nathan Brown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a contributing factor to the increase in dissatisfaction among Assamese regarding their language status?

    <p>Recruitment of Bengalis in government positions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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