SEBA Class 10 History Chapter 5 MCQs| Cultural Heritage of India and North East Region

SEBA Class 10 History Chapter 5 MCQs

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The Source of Cultural Heritage of India

1. What was the presumed time of writing of the Rig Veda?

(A) Around 1500 BC
(B) Between 1000 BC to 600 BC
(C) Between 1500 BC to 1000 BC
(D) None of the above

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2. Which is considered to be the oldest civilization of India?

(A) Vedic Civilization
(B) Indus Valley Civilization
(C) Mauryan Civilization
(D) Gupta Civilization

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3. Which of the following are the major towns of the Indus Valley Civilization?

(A) Pataliputra and Taxila
(B) Harappa and Mahenjodaro
(C) Lothal and Kalibangan
(D) Ujjain and Meerut

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4. The main architects of the Sindhu civilization were____

(A) Aryans
(B) Mauryans
(C) Dravidians
(D) Guptas

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5. The items found in the Indus Valley sites were____

(A) Temples and idols of Krishna
(B) Statues of Pashupati, Shivalinga, and Mother Goddess
(C) Coins and inscriptions of Buddha
(D) Scriptures of the Vedic era

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6. What can we learn about the Indus Valley Civilization from the discovery of seals with bulls and unicorns?

(A) They were idol worshippers
(B) They followed totemism
(C) They practiced animal sacrifices
(D) They were hunters

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7. When did the early-Vedic era begin?

(A) Around 1000 BC
(B) Around 1500 BC
(C) Around 2000 BC
(D) Around 4000 BC

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8. The Yajurveda, Samaveda, and Atharvaveda written in ____

(A) Early-Vedic era
(B) Later-Vedic era
(C) Indus Valley Civilization
(D) Gupta era

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9. The Arya culture extended to the entire India by____

(A) 600 BC
(B) 400 BC
(C) 1500 BC
(D) 1000 BC

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10. Who believed the Indus Valley civilization had left its mark on Indian cultural heritage?

(a) D. D. Kosambi
(b) R. C. Majumdar
(c) A. L. Basham
(d) John Marshall

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11. Which is the oldest written religious text of the Vedic era?

(a) Yajurveda
(b) Samaveda
(c) Atharvaveda
(d) Rig Veda

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12. When did the Vedic era start?

(a) Around 4000 BC
(b) Around 3000 BC
(c) Around 1500 BC
(d) Around 1000 BC

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13. How many recognised scheduled tribes are in India?

(A) 605
(B) 705
(C) 730
(D) 805

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14. How many mother tongues are used in India, according to the 2001 census?

(A) 1013
(B) 1034
(C) 1073
(D) 1906

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(A) 18
(B) 22
(C) 23
(D) 21

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16. How many local dialects are there in India?

(A) Around 700
(B) Around 200
(C) More than 3,000
(D) Exactly 3000

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17. How many main languages are identified in India?

(A) 121
(B) 122
(C) 132
(D) 142

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18. Which Indian emperor promoted religious tolerance and unity?

(A) Chandragupta Maurya
(B) Ashoka
(C) Harsha
(D) Akbar

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19. In which place can we find the earliest evidence of religious tolerance shown by Indian rulers?

(A) Sanchi Stupa
(B) Ajanta Caves
(C) Girnar inscriptions
(D) Edicts of Kalinga

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20. Which of the following is a major reason for India’s cultural diversity?

(A) A single religion dominates the country.
(B) Geographical diversity across regions.
(C) Limited economic resources.
(D) Uniform traditions and customs.

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21. What are the two main characteristics of Indian culture?

(A) Unity in diversity and simplicity.
(B) Spirituality and scientific advancement.
(C) Multi-culturalism and unity in diversity.
(D) Economic stability and political strength.

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22. Who wrote the book “Discovery of India”?

(A) Subhash Chandra Bose
(B) Mahatma Gandhi
(C) Jawaharlal Nehru
(D) Abul Kalam Azad

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23. What was the eastern border of the Indus Valley civilization extended up to Ganga Valley?

(A) Balochistan
(B) Sindhu Valley
(C) Meerat
(D) None of the above

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24. When was the town culture developed during the Indus Valley civilization?

(A) Around 5000 BC
(B) Around 4000 BC
(C) Around 1500 BC
(D) Around 1000 BC

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Literature 

25. Which famous book on political science was written in ancient India?

(A) Arthasastra
(B) Sarak
(C) Susruta Samhita
(D) Sudraka

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26. What is the meaning of “Basudhaiva Kutumbakam”?

(A) Earth is the ultimate power.
(B) The world is one family.
(C) Non-violence is the highest duty,
(D) Knowledge is the greatest virtue.

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27. What universal message do we get from the Mahabharata?

(A) “Basudhaiva Kutumbakam”
(B) “Ahimsa Paramo Dharma”
(C) “Satyameva Jayate”
(D) “Janani Janmabhumischa Swargadapi Gariyasi”

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28. From which book was the term Satyameva Jayate in the National emblem taken?
(A) Mahabharata
(B) Bhagavad Gita
(C) Mundakopanishad
(D) Ramayana

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29. Which book introduced the term ‘unity in diversity’?

(A) Mahabharata
(B) Bhagavad Gita
(C) Mundakopanishad
(D) Discovery of India

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Architecture 

30. What are the four main types of architecture seen during the Sultanate and Badshahi eras?

(A) Temples, forts, gardens, and gateways
(B) Mosques, pillars, palaces, and makowara
(C) Stupas, temples, caves, and forts
(D) Pillars, palaces, towers, and gardens

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31. What architectural style is found in temples located between the Vindhya Mountains and the Krishna River?

(A) Nagar
(B) Dravid
(C) Vesara
(D) Parsi

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32. What is the shape of the peaks (Sikhar) in North Indian temples?

(A) Rectangular
(B) Semi-circular
(C) Conical
(D) Triangular

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33. What is the term used for the rectangular peaks of South Indian temples?

(A) Shikhar
(B) Minar
(C) Biman
(D) Stupa

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34. What construction principles were followed in most ancient Indian temples?

(A) Greek architectural principles
(B) Hindu Vastu principles
(C) Islamic architectural principles
(D) Persian architectural principles

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35. Which structure is described as the most beautiful and ideal stupa in India?

(A) Dhamek Stupa
(B) Amaravati Stupa
(C) Sarnath Stupa
(D) Sanchi Stupa

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36. Which among the following have been declared the World Heritage Sites by the UNESCO?

(A) Sanchi Stupa
(B) Taj Mahal
(C) Ajanta Caves
(D) All the above

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Sculpture 

37 What are the three major categories of ancient Indian sculpture?

(A) Gandhara, Mathura, and Amaravati
(B) Indus, Vedic, and Gupta
(C) Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain
(D) Maurya, Kushan, and Gupta

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38. In which region was the Gandhara style of sculpture mainly developed?

(A) North India and Nepal
(B) South India and Sri Lanka
(C) North-West Pakistan and East Afghanistan
(D) Central India and Bhutan

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39. Which styles influenced the Gandhara sculptures?

(A) Persian and Chinese styles
(B) Egyptian and Mesopotamian styles
(C) Greek-Roman styles
(D) Indian-Vedic styles

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40. Which style of Indian sculptures incorporated Greek-Roman techniques?

(A) Mathura style
(B) Gandhar sculptures
(C) Amarawati style
(D) Bhidhist Style

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41. Which style of Indian sculpture peaked during the Gupta era?

(A) Amaravati
(B) Mathura
(C) Gandhara
(D) Chola

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42. Which dynasty mainly patronized the Amaravati style of sculpture?

(A) Maurya
(B) Gupta
(C) Satavahana
(D) Kushan

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43. During which period did Indian sculpture experience a decline?

(A) Gupta period
(B) Medieval period
(C) Mauryan period
(D) Mughal period

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Paintings 

44. How are the paintings of ancient India broadly categorized?

(A) Frescoes and Murals
(B) Big wall paintings and smaller paintings
(C) Religious and Secular Paintings
(D) Portrait and Landscape Paintings

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45. In ancient India, what was the primary purpose of smaller paintings?

(A) Decorating palaces
(B) Demonstrating pictorial descriptions in books
(C) Depicting hunting scenes
(D) Creating royal portraits

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46. Which natural objects were used to derive colors for ancient Indian paintings?

(A) Minerals, coal, and plants
(B) Turmeric, sindur, and earthworms
(C) Chalk, ash, and berries
(D) Charcoal, stone, and shells

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47. Which style illustrated Hindu epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata during the Mughal era?

(A) Gandhara
(B) Parsi
(C) Amarawati
(D) Mathura

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48. What were some common subjects of Mughal-era paintings?

(A) Festivals and music
(B) Portraits of kings, darbars, and hunting scenes
(C) Abstract designs and celestial bodies
(D) Folk tales and mythological scenes

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Music and Dances 

49. When was the Natyasastra by Bharat Muni written?

(A) Between 2000 B.C. to the second century
(B) Between 200 B.C. to second century
(C) Between 100 B.C. to the first century
(D) None of the above

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50. How many slokas are there in the Natyashastra?

(A) around 5000 slokas
(B) around 6000 slokas
(C) around 6500 slokas
(D) around 7500 slokas

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51. What is the origin of India’s classical music traced to?

(A) Yajur Veda
(B) Rig Veda
(C) Sama Veda
(D) Atharva Veda

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52. Which of the following is NOT a traditional Indian musical instrument?

(A) Sitar
(B) Tabla
(C) Piano
(D) Mridanga

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53. During which period did Indian classical music reach a high standard?

(A) Gupta Period
(B) Mauryan Period
(C) Mughal Period
(D) Vedic Period

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54. Which tradition in classical music is still prevalent in India?

(A) Royal patronage of musicians
(B) Guru-Shishya tradition
(C) Community singing in temples
(D) Use of Sanskrit lyrics exclusively

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55. Who were the Udgatas in ancient Indian music tradition?

(A) Teachers of dance
(B) Priests who sang slokas from Sama Veda
(C) Musicians who invented instruments
(D) Performers in royal courts

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56. Which of the following is a classical dance form from Kerala?

(A) Kathak
(B) Manipuri
(C) Kathakali
(D) Odissi

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57. Which dance form is associated with Assam?

(A) Kuchipudi
(B) Satriya
(C) Mohiniyattam
(D) Kathak

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58. How many classical dance forms have the Government of India officially recognized?

(A) Six
(B) Seven
(C) Eight
(D) Ten

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Yoga Culture 

59. During which period is it believed that yoga was practiced extensively?

(A) Gupta Era
(B) Vedic Era
(C) Mauryan Period
(D) Mughal Era

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60. Who is credited with standardizing yoga and compiling the Yogasutra?

(A) Maharshi Ved Vyasa
(B) Maharshi Patanjali
(C) Maharshi Valmiki
(D) Swami Vivekananda

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61. What is the main focus of Patanjali’s Yogasutra?

(A) Yoga poses only
(B) Physical, mental, and spiritual well-being
(C) Meditation techniques only
(D) Dietary guidelines

Answer: (B) Physical, mental, and spiritual well-being

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62. Which of the following is NOT a part of the ‘Astanga Yoga’ system in Patanjali’s teachings?

(A) Yama
(B) Niyama
(C) Bhakti
(D) Pratyahara

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63. How many steps are outlined in the ‘Astanga Yoga’ system?

(A) 5
(B) 6
(C) 7
(D) 8

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64. Which organization declared 21 June as International Yoga Day?

(A) UNESCO
(B) WHO
(C) United Nations
(D) World Yoga Alliance

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North East 

65. The traditional festival Chapchar Kut belong to which state?

(A) Nagaland
(B) Mizoran
(C) Arunachal Pradesh
(D) Meghalaya

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66. Which group do the majority of people in the North Eastern region belong to?

(A) Dravidian
(B) Aryan
(C) Mongoloid
(D) Austric

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67. Which group does the Khasis of Meghalaya belong to?

(A) Dravidian
(B) Austric
(C) Aryan
(D) Mongoloid

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68. What does the word “jhum” mean in Jhum cultivation?

(A) Shifting
(B) Sowing
(C) Harvesting
(D) Irrigation

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69. Hornbill is celebrated in____

(A) the first ten days in November
(B) the last ten days in  November
(C) the first ten days in December
(D) the last ten days in  December

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70. Which classical dance form of North East India is recognized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi?

(A) Kathakali
(B) Manipuri
(C) Odissi
(D) Bharatnatyam

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71. What does the term Heraka Movement, initiated by Rani Gaidalu, aim to preserve?

(A) Modern educational practices
(B) Tribal languages
(C) Traditional religious beliefs and cultural heritage
(D) Regional festivals

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72. Which North East state practices a matriarchal societal system?

(A) Nagaland
(B) Meghalaya
(C) Manipur
(D) Tripura

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74. Which community in Manipur is influenced by the Vaishnava religion?

(A) Nagas
(B) Meitei
(C) Kuki
(D) Zomi

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75. What is the meaning of the term “Mizo”?

(A) Inhabitants of the valley
(B) Inhabitants of the Hills
(C) Warriors of the North East
(D) Farmers of the plains

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76. Which is the traditional festival of the Mizos that was revived in 1973?

(A) Sangai Festival
(B) Chapchar Kut
(C) Wangala Festival
(D) Losar Festival

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77. The Manipuri Dance form is primarily based on the themes of:

(A) Ramayana and Mahabharata
(B) Lord Krishna and Saint Chaitanya
(C) Tribal folklore and festivals
(D) Buddhist teachings

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78. Which religious movement was launched by Rani Gaidalu in Nagaland?

(A) Vaishnavism
(B) Heraka
(C) Buddhism
(D) Chaitanya’s cult

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Assam 

79. From which Bodo word the name Assam is considered to be derived?

(A) a-cham
(B) ha-chom
(C) axom
(D) None of the above

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80. When was the Charyapada written?

(A) from 11th to 13th century
(B) from 10th to 14th century
(C) In the 14th century
(D) None of the above

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81. Under whose patronage Madhab Kandali translated the Saptakanda Ramayana?

(A) Sankardeva
(B) Hem Saraswati
(C) Barahi King Mahamanikya
(D) Kaviratna Saraswati

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82. Which ancient trade route connected Assam to China?

(A) Spice Route
(B) Great Silk Route
(C) Maritime Silk Route
(D) Amber Road

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83. Which ethnic groups’ words are believed to have contributed to the name “Assam” (Asom)?

(A) Khasi and Garo
(B) Ahom and Bodo
(C) Meitei and Mizo
(D) Kuki and Naga

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84. The old names Pragjyotishpur and Kamrup are connected to:

(A) Buddhism
(B) Hindu mythology and astrology
(C) Jain cosmology
(D) Austric folklore

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85. Which famous scholar believed that the names Pragjyotishpur and Kamrup have Austric origins?

(A) Maheshwar Neog
(B) Banikanta Kakati
(C) Hemchandra Barua
(D) Mahim Bora

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Literature 

86. During which dynasty was Sanskrit first used as the official language in Assam?

(A) Ahom Dynasty
(B) Salastambha Dynasty
(C) Barman Dynasty
(D) Koch Dynasty

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87. What was the first Assamese journal that marked the development of the modern Assamese language?

(A) Namghosha
(B) Charyapada
(C) Arunodoi
(D) Saptakanda Ramayana

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88. Who translated the Ramayana into Assamese?

(A) Hem Saraswati
(B) Rudra Kandali
(C) Madhab Kandali
(D) Kaviratna Saraswati

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89. What was the name of Sankardeva’s first drama (Naat)?

(A) Patniprasad
(B) Chihnajatra
(C) Parijat Haran
(D) Kaliya Daman

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90. Who introduced Assamese prose writing?

(A) Bhattadeva
(B) Madhab Kandali
(C) Durgabar Kayastha
(D) Pitambar Kavi

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91. What is Ankiya Naat?

(A) A genre of Assamese historical prose
(B) A type of dance form introduced by Sankardeva
(C) A form of drama created by Sankardeva
(D) A collection of religious poetry by Madhabdeva

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92. Which literary work by Madhab Kandali is considered the first translation of Sanskrit into a North Indian language?

(A) Charyapada
(B) Kirtan
(C) Saptakanda Ramayana
(D) Namghosha

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93. The Vaishnavite movement in Assam was launched by:

(A) Bhattadeva
(B) Madhab Kandali
(C) Sankardeva and Madhabdeva
(D) Rudra Kandali

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94. Who patronized Madhab Kandali to translate the Ramayana into Assamese?

(A) Barahi King Mahamanikya
(B) Koch King Naranarayan
(C) Ahom King Rudra Singha
(D) Salastambha King Harshadeva

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95. Which of the following is NOT a work of Sankardeva?

(A) Kirtan
(B) Namghosha
(C) Patniprasad
(D) Rukmini Haran

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96. Who wrote Chordhara and Pimpara Guchowa?

(A) Sankardeva
(B) Madhabdeva
(C) Ram Saraswati
(D) Ananta Kandali

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97. In which year was the first Assamese magazine, Arunodoi,  published?

(A) 1835
(B) 1846
(C) 1850
(D) 1857

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Religion 

98. Which cult is associated with the Kamakhya Temple in Assam?

(A) Vaishnavism
(B) Shaivism
(C) Shaktism
(D) Sourya

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99. The Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam was initiated by:

(A) Ajan Peer
(B) Madhab Kandali
(C) Sankardeva
(D) Ranjit Singh

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100. The traces of Islam in Assam were first found in Assam in _____

(A) 11th century
(B) 13th century
(C) 15th century
(D) 17th century

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101. The Zikir and Zari religious songs were written by:

(A) Madhab Kandali
(B) Ajan Peer
(C) Sankardeva
(D) Ranjit Singh

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102. Ajan Peer arrived in Assam during the reign of which Ahom king?

(A) Rudra Singha
(B) Gadadhar Singha
(C) Pratap Singha
(D) Chandrakanta Singha

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103. Sikh soldiers arrived in Assam during the Burmese invasion under the leadership of:

(A) Guru Gobind Singh
(B) Ranjit Singh
(C) Guru Nanak
(D) Maharaja Dalip Singh

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104. Which of the following Buddhist communities resides in Assam?

(A) Tai Phake and Turung
(B) Khamti and Khamyang
(C) Nora (Shyam)
(D) All of the above

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Art and Paintings 

105. During which century did paintings in Assam begin to flourish?

(A) 15th century
(B) 16th century
(C) 17th century
(D) 18th century

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106. On what material were the famous pictorial books of Assam written during the 17th century?

(A) Palm leaves
(B) Bamboo leaves
(C) Sanchipat
(D) Cotton cloth

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107. Which of the following is NOT a famous pictorial book from Assam?

(A) Hastibidyarnava
(B) Chitra Bhagawat
(C) Geet Govinda
(D) Arthashastra

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108. The book Hastibidyarnava primarily contains pictures of:

(A) Palaces
(B) Deities
(C) Elephants
(D) Battles

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109. Who were the artists responsible for illustrating the pictures in Hastibidyarnava?

(A) Sukumar and Dosai
(B) Dilbar and Dosai
(C) Sukumar and Dilbar
(D) Dosai and Raghunath

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110. Who wrote the famous book Hastibidyarnava?

(A) Sukumar Borkaith
(B) Dilbar
(C) Ajan Peer
(D) Sankardeva

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Sculptures 

111. Which location in Assam is famous for sculptures influenced by Gupta art?

(A) Madan Kamdev
(B) Da-Parbatia
(C) Bamuni Pahar
(D) Ambari

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112. The sculptures at Da-Parbatia are particularly appreciated for their:

(A) Gigantic size
(B) Artistic value
(C) Religious significance
(D) Use of modern techniques

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Architecture 

113. What architectural style was commonly used in temples built during the Ahom period?

(A) Dravidian and Indo-Saracenic

(B) Nagara and Vesara
(C) Gothic and Baroque
(D) Romanesque and Corinthian

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114. Who was responsible for supervising the construction and measurements of roads, palaces, and temples during the Ahom period?

(A) Borphukan
(B) Changrung Phukan
(C) Burhagohain
(D) Morol Phukan

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115. What was the main material used in the indigenous concrete (pulp) during the Ahom period for framing bricks?

(A) Lime and sand
(B) Eggs, rice (Bora), and catfish
(C) Cement and clay
(D) Stone and mortar

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116. The roof of the Rong Ghar was designed to resemble:

(A) A castle
(B) A play-boat (Khel-nao)
(C) A palace
(D) A mountain peak

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117. Which Ahom king began the construction of the multi-storied Talatal Ghar?

(A) Rudra Singha
(B) Rudra Dev
(C) Suhungmung
(D) Rudra Bhakat

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118. Which of the following is NOT one of the famous architectures constructed during the rule of the Ahom and Koch kings in Assam?

(A) Rong Ghar
(B) Kareng Ghar
(C) Kamakhya Temple
(D) Gateway of India

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Folk Culture 

119. What does the folk culture of Assam reflect?
(A) Modern technology
(B) Natural feelings and expressions of society
(C) Foreign traditions
(D) Political systems

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120. Which community celebrates Bihu with their own traditional style?
(A) Bodo
(B) Rabha
(C) Karbi
(D) All of the above

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121. What is the traditional greeting used during Bihu festivals?
(A) Namaste
(B) Bihuwans
(C) Sat Sri Akal
(D) Vanakkam

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122. What is the name of the traditional Assamese flute used during Bihu?
(A) Pepa
(B) Siphoong
(C) Dhol
(D) Gagana

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123. What is the name of the structure burned during Magh Bihu to seek blessings?
(A) Bhelaghar
(B) Meji
(C) Rong Ghar
(D) Tulsi

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124. What is the first day of Bohag Bihu called?
(A) Garu Bihu
(B) Manuh Bihu
(C) Uruka
(D) Sankranti

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125. The first day of Bohag month is called “Manuh Bihu.” What do people do on this day?
(A) Light lamps in fields
(B) Wear new clothes and seek blessings from elders
(C) Burn meji and pray to the Fire God
(D) Observe a fast throughout the day

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126. Which Ahom king is believed to have first organized Bihu celebrations in a public place?
(A) Rudra Singha
(B) Sukapha
(C) Gadadhar Singha
(D) Pratap Singha

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127. What is lit under the Tulsi plant during Kati Bihu?
(A) Candles
(B) Lamps
(C) Firecrackers
(D) Incense sticks

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128. Which of the following musical instruments is NOT traditionally associated with Bihu?
(A) Dhol
(B) Pepa
(C) Sitar
(D) Gagana

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129. What is a special tradition followed during Kati Bihu?
(A) People light lamps under Tulsi plants and in paddy fields
(B) Cows are given a bath in rivers
(C) Traditional sweets are prepared and exchanged
(D) Young people perform Huchari in houses

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130. What is the temporary hut made during Magh Bihu called?
(A) Meji
(B) Bhelaghar
(C) Rong Ghar
(D) Tulsi

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131. The night before Magh Bihu is called “Uruka.” What special activity happens on this night?
(A) People light lamps in fields
(B) Community feasts are organized near bhelaghar and meji
(C) Farmers start harvesting crops
(D) People visit temples for blessings

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132. What do people do with the ‘meji’ on the morning of Magh Bihu?
(A) They decorate it with flowers
(B) They set it on fire and pray to the Fire God
(C) They take it to temples for religious ceremonies
(D) They distribute it among the poor

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133. Which of the following festivals is similar to Bahag Bihu and is observed in some parts of Assam?
(A) Diwali
(B) Bhatheli
(C) Durga Puja
(D) Chhath Puja

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134. During Kati Bihu, under which tree does the Bodo community light lamps?
(A) Banyan
(B) Neem
(C) Siju (Cactus)
(D) Peepal

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135. Which of the following is NOT a feature of Magh Bihu?
(A) Burning of meji
(B) Community feasts
(C) Lighting of lamps in fields
(D) Preparation of traditional snacks

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136. What type of musical performance is commonly associated with Bohag Bihu?
(A) Huchari
(B) Sattriya dance
(C) Borgeet
(D) Kathak

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137. Which of the following communities performs “Jeng Bihu,” a special form of Bihu dance?
(A) Mishing
(B) Tiwa
(C) Rabha
(D) Women of Upper Assam

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138. Which instrument used in Bihu resembles a horn pipe?
(A) Dhol
(B) Pepa
(C) Gogona
(D) Siphoong

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139. In which district is the Assamese festival Baash Puja celebrated?
(A) Sivasagar
(B) Darrang
(C) Kamrup
(D) Goalpara

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140. Which festival, similar to Bohag Bihu, is celebrated in old (undivided) Kamrup?
(A) Rongker
(B) Bhatheli
(C) Ali-Aye-Ligang
(D) Ambubachi Mela

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141. Which festival in Darrang is similar to Bahag Bihu?
(A) Baash Puja
(B) Deul
(C) Me-Dam-Me-Phi
(D) Jonbeel Mela

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142. The festival “Suweri” is traditionally observed in which part of Assam?
(A) Sivasagar
(B) Barak Valley
(C) Old Kamrup
(D) Upper Assam

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143. What is the primary reason for observing Garu Bihu?
(A) To worship ancestors
(B) To honor cows, which are important in agriculture
(C) To celebrate a good harvest
(D) To mark the Assamese New Year

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144. Which of the following statements about Bihu is TRUE?
(A) Only one Bihu festival is celebrated in Assam.
(B) Bihu is only celebrated by the Assamese Hindu community.
(C) Bihu is a festival that unites different tribes and communities of Assam.
(D) The British started the tradition of public Bihu celebrations.

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Folk Songs:

145. Which of the following is NOT a type of Assamese folk song?
(A) Biya Naam
(B) Nisukani Geet
(C) Chiyageet
(D) Bharatanatyam

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146. Who among the following was a prominent Goalparia folk song artiste?
(A) Khagen Mahanta
(B) Rameswar Pathak
(C) Pratima Pande Baruah
(D) Kinaram Nath

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147. What is the purpose of Nisukani Geet in Assamese folk culture?
(A) It is sung during marriages
(B) It is an appeasing song
(C) It is a festival song
(D) It is a lullaby

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148. Which folk dance is popular in Darrang district of Assam?
(A) Bihu
(B) Deodhani
(C) Jhumur
(D) Thiyanaam

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149. In which districts is Ojapali more popular?
(A) Kamrup, Nalbari, Barpeta, and Darrang
(B) Jorhat, Sivasagar, Golaghat, and Majuli
(C) Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Lakhimpur, and Dhemaji
(D) Bongaigaon, Kokrajhar, Dhubri, and Goalpara

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150. Who were the two famous Ojapali performers who were awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi award?
(A) Khagen Mahanta and Kinaram Nath
(B) Pratima Pande Baruah and Lalit Chandra Nath
(C) Rameswar Pathak and Kinaram Nath
(D) Lalit Chandra Nath and Kinaram Nath

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151. Which of the following folk dances is performed in Upper Assam?
(A) Bordhulia
(B) Thiyanaam
(C) Jhumur
(D) Dhepadhulia

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152. Which two styles does Ojapali have?
(A) Byash Oja and Sukannani Oja
(B) Dhepadhulia and Bordhulia
(C) Mohoho and Bhortal
(D) Thiyanaam and Cherradhek

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153. What is the main theme of Byash Ojapali?
(A) Stories of Ramayana and Mahabharata
(B) Stories of Manasa Devi
(C) Assamese historical events
(D) Social reform movements

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154. Which prestigious award was given to Pratima Pande Baruah by the Government of India?
(A) Bharat Ratna
(B) Padma Shri
(C) Jnanpith Award
(D) Sahitya Akademi Award

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155. Which of the following is a cowboy song in Assamese folk music?
(A) Chiyageet
(B) Nangeli Geet
(C) Dhainaam
(D) Aainam

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156. Which award was Rameswar Pathak honored with?
(A) Sahitya Akademi Award
(B) Sangeet Natak Akademi Award
(C) Padma Bhushan
(D) Assam Ratna

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157. What is the main theme of Sukannani Ojapali?
(A) Stories of Ramayana
(B) Stories of Mahabharata
(C) Appeasement of Manasa Devi
(D) Social issues

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