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Which is the tallest existing temple in Assam?
Answer: Option [C]The correct answer is Siva temple at Sibsagar.
Answer: Option [C]The correct answer is Siva temple at Sibsagar.
Answer: Option [A]The correct answer is Dhansiri. Dhansiri is the main river of Golaghat District of Assam and the Dimapur District of Nagaland. It originates from Laisang peak of Nagaland. It flows through a distance of 352 kilometres from south to north before joining the Brahmaputra on its south bank. Its total catchment area is 1,220 square kilometres.
Answer: Option [C]The correct answer is Shiva. Primarily a shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, Umananda Temple is located on the Peacock Island, surrounded by the mighty Brahmaputra. Often referred to as the smallest river island on earth, Peacock Island is well connected to the city and regular ferry service is available from the Kachari Ghat of Guwahati.
Answer: Option [B]In ancient times the big merchants of Assam were generally from the community Kalitas. Kalita is an ethnic group or a caste of Hindus belonging to the state of Assam in North East India. They commonly claim to belong to the Kshatriya caste. According to historians like S.L.Barua, Kalitas started migrating from North and East India to Assam during the 11th century rule of Dharmapal.
Answer: Option [A]Dimapur was the capital of the Kachari kings. Dimapur is the ancient capital of the Kachari tribe, whose rule existed before the 13th century AD. Reminiscences of the glory of this kingdom can be found in the ruins that are scattered in and around the town.