Assam Literature Test 1
Which author, winning the Assam Sahitya Akademi award, wrote the book 'Dr. Pranavjyoti Dekar Srestha Galpa (Short Stories)' in 2023?
  • Pranavjyoti Deka
  • Manoj Kumar Goswami
  • Anuradha Sarma Pujari
  • Apurba Kumar Saikia
Explanation: Pranavjyoti Deka, a distinguished Assamese writer, won the Assam Sahitya Akademi award in 2023 for his short story collection Dr. Pranavjyoti Dekar Srestha Galpa. Known for his insightful storytelling, Deka’s works explore Assamese society, culture, and human relationships, making significant contributions to contemporary Assamese literature.
Who, honored with the Assam Sahitya Akademi award, authored the book 'Bhool Satya (Short Stories)' in 2022?
  • Pranavjyoti Deka
  • Manoj Kumar Goswami
  • Anuradha Sarma Pujari
  • Apurba Kumar Saikia
Explanation: Manoj Kumar Goswami, a distinguished Assamese writer, won the Assam Sahitya Akademi award in 2022 for his short story collection Bhool Satya. Known for his deep and sensitive storytelling, Goswami’s works explore human relationships and societal issues, making significant contributions to Assamese literature.
Who authored the novel 'Katha Ratnakara' in 2009, winning the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
  • Dhruba Jyoti Bora
  • Rita Choudhury
  • Purabi Bormudoi
  • Atulananda Goswami
Explanation: Dhruba Jyoti Bora, a renowned Assamese author, won the Assam Sahitya Akademi award for his novel Katha Ratnakara (2009). Known for his deep storytelling, Bora’s works explore human emotions, relationships, and Assamese society, making significant contributions to Assamese literature with authenticity and literary excellence.
Who authored the novel 'Edhani Mahir Hanhi' in 2001, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
  • Bireswar Barua
  • Nalinidhar Bhattacharyya
  • Mahim Bora
  • Apurba Sarma
Explanation: Mahim Bora, a distinguished Assamese writer, won the Assam Sahitya Akademi award for his novel Edhani Mahir Hanhi (2001). Known for his insightful storytelling, Bora’s works explore Assamese society, human emotions, and cultural themes, making significant contributions to Assamese literature with depth and narrative excellence.
Who is the author of the novel ' Maharathi' from 1995, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
  • Nagen Saikia
  • Nirupama Borgohain
  • Chandra Prasad Saikia
  • Yeshe Dorje Thongchi
Explanation: Chandra Prasad Saikia, a celebrated Assamese writer, won the Assam Sahitya Akademi award in 1995 for his novel Maharathi. Known for his insightful storytelling, the novel explores Assamese socio-cultural themes with depth and complexity. Saikia’s literary contributions continue to be revered in Assamese literature.
The poetry book ' Brahmaputra Ityadi Padya' was written by which author in 1991, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
  • Sheelbhadra
  • Rabati Mohan Datta Choudhury
  • Hiren Bhattacharjya
  • Ajit Barua
Explanation: Ajit Barua (1926–2015), a renowned Assamese poet, authored Brahmaputra Ityadi Padya in 1991, earning the Assam Sahitya Akademi award. His poetry vividly captures Assam’s cultural and natural essence, particularly the Brahmaputra River’s significance. Barua’s literary legacy continues to shape Assamese poetry and criticism.
Who is the author of the novel 'Patal Bahirabi' from 1988, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
  • Sheelbhadra
    • Explanation: Lakshminandan Bora (1933–2021) authored Patal Bahirabi in 1988, earning the Assam Sahitya Akademi award. The novel blends folklore, tradition, and contemporary themes, reflecting Assamese society’s mystical and cultural depth. A renowned writer and academic, Bora’s literary legacy continues to shape Assamese literature and cultural discourse.