MCQs on Assam Geography

Assam Geography MCQs curated for APSC, UPSC, SSC and state examinations, covering physiography, rivers, climate, soil, natural resources and economic geography, with detailed answers and explanations.

Q. Which district of Assam has the lowest literacy rate as per Census 2011?

A. Dhubri
B. Darrang
C. Hailakandi
D. Karimganj

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Answer: Dhubri
Explanation: Dhubri had the lowest literacy rate in the 2011 census (approx 58-59%).
Q. The "Garampani Wildlife Sanctuary" is located in which district and is famous for what?

A. Golaghat; Hot water springs
B. Karbi Anglong; Hot water springs and Nambor RF
C. Nagaon; Rhinos
D. Sonitpur; Tigers

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Answer: Karbi Anglong; Hot water springs and Nambor RF
Explanation: Garampani WLS is in Karbi Anglong (adjoining Golaghat) and is famous for its hot springs and Nambor Reserve Forest connection.
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Patkai Hill Range:

1. It forms the eastern boundary of Assam.
2. It is geologically younger than the Himalayas.
3. It acts as a barrier to cold continental winds.

Which statements are correct?

A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: 1 and 3 only
Explanation: Patkai Hills form the eastern boundary and block cold winds. They are part of the Purvanchal ranges, younger than the Peninsular Plateau but not younger than the Himalayas.
Q. Which of the following statements regarding the "North East Venture Fund" (NEVF) is correct?

A. It is a dedicated venture fund for the North East region with a corpus of Rs. 100 crores.
B. It is managed by SIDBI.
C. It focuses only on large scale industries.
D. It was established in 1990.

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Answer: It is a dedicated venture fund for the North East region with a corpus of Rs. 100 crores.
Explanation: NEVF was set up by NEDFi (not SIDBI alone) with the Ministry of DoNER with a corpus of Rs 100 crore to support startups.
Q. The "Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd." (AMTRON) is developing a "Tech City" at which location?

A. Bongora
B. Changsari
C. Amingaon
D. Sonapur

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Answer: Bongora
Explanation: The Tech City project is being developed at Bongora, near Guwahati.
Q. What is the approximate total population of Assam as per Census 2011?

A. 2.67 Crore
B. 3.12 Crore
C. 3.50 Crore
D. 2.90 Crore

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Answer: 3.12 Crore
Explanation: The total population of Assam as per Census 2011 was 3.12 Crore (31,205,576).
Q. Which of the following river tributaries exhibits a "westward" migration pattern in the North Bank of Brahmaputra?

A. Rivers between Subansiri and Pagladiya
B. Manas to Sonkosh rivers
C. Dhansiri (South)
D. Kopili

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Answer: Manas to Sonkosh rivers
Explanation: According to the drainage source, rivers from Manas to Sonkosh migrate westward. (Note: Rivers between Subansiri and Pagladiya shift eastward).
Q. The "Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary" is best known for having the highest density of which animal?

A. Royal Bengal Tiger
B. One-Horned Rhinoceros
C. Golden Langur
D. Wild Buffalo

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Answer: One-Horned Rhinoceros
Explanation: Pobitora has the highest density of One-Horned Rhinos in the world.
Q. Which district of Assam shares an international border with Bangladesh and possesses a riverine border?

A. Karimganj
B. Dhubri
C. Cachar
D. Both A and B

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Answer: Both A and B
Explanation: Dhubri (bordering Bangladesh to the west) and Karimganj (bordering Bangladesh to the west/south) both share international borders. Dhubri has a significant riverine border (Brahmaputra). Karimganj has the Kushiyara riverine border.
Q. What is the "Cropping Intensity" of Assam for the year 2021-22?

A. 120.50%
B. 135.20%
C. 140.83%
D. 155.00%

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Answer: 140.83%
Explanation: As per the Economic Survey 2023-24, the cropping intensity was 140.83%.