📘 Geography of Assam – Set 1

1. What is the total geographical area of Assam?

a) 78,550 sq km
b) 83,743 sq km
c) 79,000 sq km
d) 82,500 sq km

✅ Answer: a) 78,550 sq km

Explanation: Assam covers an area of 78,550 square kilometers, making it one of the northeastern states of India.

2. Which river is considered the lifeline of Assam?

a) Teesta
b) Ganga
c) Brahmaputra
d) Barak

✅ Answer: c) Brahmaputra

Explanation: The Brahmaputra River flows across Assam and is vital for transportation, agriculture, and culture.

3. Which is the highest peak in Assam?

a) Barail Hill
b) Nilachal Hill
c) Patkai Hill
d) Dafa Hill

✅ Answer: d) Dafa Hill

Explanation: Dafa Hill, located in Arunachal border areas of Assam, is the highest peak of the state.

4. Which district of Assam is the largest in terms of area?

a) Karbi Anglong
b) Dibrugarh
c) Nagaon
d) Kamrup (M)

✅ Answer: a) Karbi Anglong

Explanation: Karbi Anglong is the largest district in Assam in terms of area.

5. Which river flows through Barak Valley?

a) Subansiri
b) Barak
c) Manas
d) Kopili

✅ Answer: b) Barak

Explanation: The Barak River is the main river in southern Assam’s Barak Valley region.

6. Which of the following is a major tributary of the Brahmaputra in Assam?

a) Yamuna
b) Subansiri
c) Ghaghara
d) Kosi

✅ Answer: b) Subansiri

Explanation: Subansiri is a significant tributary of the Brahmaputra flowing from Arunachal Pradesh into Assam.

7. What type of climate is found in Assam?

a) Desert
b) Alpine
c) Humid Subtropical
d) Mediterranean

✅ Answer: c) Humid Subtropical

Explanation: Assam experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and heavy monsoon rainfall.

8. Which plateau lies in the southern part of Assam?

a) Deccan Plateau
b) Shillong Plateau
c) Chotanagpur Plateau
d) Malwa Plateau

✅ Answer: b) Shillong Plateau

Explanation: The Shillong Plateau lies towards the southern part and affects the geography of South Assam.

9. Which national park is located in the floodplains of the Brahmaputra?

a) Manas
b) Namdapha
c) Orang
d) Valley of Flowers

✅ Answer: c) Orang

Explanation: Orang National Park lies on the northern bank of the Brahmaputra River and is known for its rhinos and birds.

10. How many districts does Assam currently have (as of 2025)?

a) 31
b) 35
c) 34
d) 33

✅ Answer: c) 34

Explanation: As of 2025, Assam has 34 districts after recent administrative reorganizations.