Explanation: Assam currently has 36 districts after the government reinstated some merged districts in 2023. Earlier, Assam had 35 districts, but changes were made due to administrative restructuring. As of 2024, Assam has 36 districts: Baksa Bajali Barpeta Biswanath Bongaigaon Cachar Charaideo Chirang Darrang Dhemaji Dhubri Dibrugarh Dima Hasao Goalpara Golaghat Hailakandi Hojai Jorhat Kamrup Kamrup (Metropolitan) Karbi Anglong Karimganj Kokrajhar Lakhimpur Majuli Morigaon Nagaon Nalbari Sivasagar Sonitpur South Salmara-Mankachar Tamulpur Tinsukia Udalguri West Karbi Anglong Bajali These districts are divided into five administrative divisions: Lower Assam North Assam Central Assam Upper Assam Barak Valley

Explanation: Karbi Anglong is the largest district of Assam by area, covering approximately 10,434 sq. km. It is located in central Assam and is known for its hilly terrain, rich biodiversity, and cultural heritage of the Karbi community.

Explanation: Kamrup Metropolitan is the smallest district in Assam by area, covering only 955 sq. km. It includes Guwahati, the largest city of Assam, which serves as the state's economic and administrative hub. Despite its small size, it is one of the most densely populated districts in Assam.

Explanation: The Brahmaputra River is known as the "lifeline of Assam" because it is the largest and most important river in the state. It flows for about 916 km through Assam, providing water for agriculture, transportation, and hydroelectric power. The river also supports Assam’s unique biodiversity, including the famous Kaziranga National Park. It is also prone to seasonal flooding, affecting millions of people every year.

Explanation: Assam shares an international border with Bangladesh through two districts: Dhubri – Located in western Assam, it has a long boundary with Bangladesh. Karimganj – Situated in southern Assam, it also shares a border with Bangladesh. These districts have international border checkpoints and are significant for trade and cross-border relations.

Explanation: Kaziranga National Park, located in Assam, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (designated in 1985). It is famous for: Hosting the largest population of Indian one-horned rhinoceroses. Being a Tiger Reserve with a high density of tigers. Rich biodiversity, including elephants, wild water buffaloes, and swamp deer. A vast landscape of grasslands, wetlands, and dense forests. Manas National Park is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but Kaziranga is more famous for its rhino conservation success.