11. The development of which industry has been a major driver of Assam’s post-Independence economy?

Oil and natural gas
Tourism
Information Technology
Manufacturing

Detailed SolutionThe development of which industry has been a major driver of Assam’s post-Independence economy?

12. The highest peak in Assam is located in the:

Karbi Anglong Hills
Khasi Hills
Naga Hills
Barail Range

Detailed SolutionThe highest peak in Assam is located in the:

13. Which of these sectors is being actively promoted by the Assam government for industrial development?

Information Technology (IT)
Tourism
Food processing
All of the above

Detailed SolutionWhich of these sectors is being actively promoted by the Assam government for industrial development?

14. Which river valley is known for its tea plantations?

Manas Valley
Barak Valley
Brahmaputra Valley
Kopili Valley

Detailed SolutionWhich river valley is known for its tea plantations?

15. The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution aims to protect the autonomy of:

Tribal areas in Northeast India
Religious minorities
Linguistic minorities
States with special status

Detailed SolutionThe Sixth Schedule of the Constitution aims to protect the autonomy of:

16. Terrace cultivation of horticultural crops is common in:

River valleys
Plains
Hilly areas
Wetlands

Detailed SolutionTerrace cultivation of horticultural crops is common in:

17. Assam is located in a seismically active zone. What is the zone classification?

Zone II
Zone III
Zone IV
Zone V

Detailed SolutionAssam is located in a seismically active zone. What is the zone classification?

18. The Mid-Day Meal scheme in Assam aims to:

Improve nutrition for school children
Enhance school attendance
Address child hunger
All of the above

Detailed SolutionThe Mid-Day Meal scheme in Assam aims to:

19. The Panchayat Raj system in Assam has a three-tier structure comprising:

Gaon Panchayat, Anchalik Panchayat, Zilla Parishad
Village Council, Block Samiti, District Council
Gram Sabha, Mandal Parishad, Zilla Parishad
Nyaya Panchayat, Khap Panchayat, Maha Panchayat

Detailed SolutionThe Panchayat Raj system in Assam has a three-tier structure comprising:

20. The use of social media and digital platforms is:

Transforming Assamese language usage
Creating new spaces for linguistic expression
Leading to concerns about language standardization
All of the above

Detailed SolutionThe use of social media and digital platforms is: