Assam History MCQ Set-5

In this set, we have compiled the fifth set of Assam History GK MCQ for APSC, Assam Police recruitment, Junior Assistant and other government job recruitment examinations in Assam.

Q.1 From which of the following inscription, the defeat of Gauda King Shashanka by Bhaskar Varman can be traced?

A. Nidhanpur Copperplate Inscription

B. Dubi Copperplate Inscription

C. Allahabad Pillar

D. None of these

Answer: A) Nidhanpur Copperplate Inscription

Q.2 Which of the following Varman King was also known as Maharajadhiraja?

A. Bhaskar Varman

B. Pushya Varman

C. Samudra Varman

D. Kalyan Varman

Answer: B) Pushya Varman

Q.3 Kamarupa Kingdom was mentioned in which of the following pillar of Gupta King Samudragupta?

A. Iron Pillar of Delhi

B. Kashi Pillar

C. Allahabad Pillar

D. None of these

Answer: C) Allahabad Pillar

Explanation: Allahabad is presently known as Prayagraj, in line number 22-23 of Prayagraj Pillar, mention about Kamarupa Kingdom can be found.

Q.4 In the epic Mahabharata, which of the following king was mentioned as Mlechchha?

A. Naraka

B. Bhagadatta

C. Vajradatta

D. None of these

Answer: B) Bhagadatta

Explanation: In term Mlechchha is disputed for various meanings. Generally, Mlechchha means meat eater, barbaric or who is not in the influence of Brahmannical customs.

Q.5 Who is the founder of the Mlechchha dynasty?

A. Salasthambha

B. Hajjaravarman

C. Tyagasimha

D. None of these

Answer: A) Salasthambha

Explanation: Sallasthambha founded the Mlechchha dynasty in 650 C.E. According to Borgaon grant of Ratnapal, Mlechchha king Salasthambha took over Kamarupa from descendent of Naraka. Historian PC Choudhury opines that Salasthambha, the founder of Mlechchha dynasty was known as Avantivarman. Salasthambha founded the Mlechchha dynasty immediately after the death of Bhaskar Varman.

Q.6 Where was the capital of Mlechchha dynasty?

A. Pragjyotishpura

B. Hadapesahvar

C. Davaka

D. Sri Surya Pahhar

Answer: B) Hadapesahvar

Explanation: Hadapershavar is present day Tezpur.

Q.7 Hazara Pukhuri, excavates by Hajjarvarman of Mlechchha dynasty is located in present-day:

A. North Guwahati

B. Sri Surya Pahar

C. Tezpur

D. Nagaon

Answer:: C) Tezpur

Q.8 According to historical records, how many rulers ruled in the Mlechchha dynasty?

A. Five

B. Eight

C. Twenty

D. Twenty one

Answer: D) Twenty One

Explanation: Although, historical records state that 21 rulers were there in the Mlechchha dynasty, the lineage is obscure and the names of intermediate rulers cant be found.

Q.9 Who was the last ruler of the Mlechchha dynasty?

A. Ballavarman III

B. Tyagasimha

C. Salambha

D. Vajradeva

Answer: B) Tyagasimha

Q.10 During which of the following Mlechchha king, Hayunthal copper plate inscription was made?

A. Salasthambha

B. Tyagasimha

C. Hajjaravarman

D. Vajradeva

Answer: C) Hajjaravarman

Explanation: Hayunthal copper plate inscription is located in Karbi Anglong.

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