JNUEE 2021 Question Paper Ph.D North East India Studies

JNUEE PHD North East India Studies
Topic:‐ NESH882 JNUS21

1) Lachit Borphukan belonged to :[Question ID = 12280][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q001]
1. Meitei Community [Option ID = 102400]
2. Mizo Community [Option ID = 102401]
3. Ahom Community [Option ID = 102402]
4. Bodo Community [Option ID = 102403]

2) Which one of the following community comes under Kachari Group of Assam?[Question ID = 12281][Question Description
= S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q002]
1. Dimasa Community [Option ID = 102404]
2. Mising Community [Option ID = 102405]
3. Karbi Community [Option ID = 102406]
4. Zeme Community [Option ID = 102407]

3) Read the statements carefully:

A. Azad Hind Fauj also known as INA came with the slogan ‘Dilli Chalo’ to free India from British Imperialism.
B. They took the help from Japanese forces.
C. They attacked India through Moirang and Kohima.
D. Later, they controlled Imphal and Dimapur.
E. However, they had to retreat after the fall of Japan in the hands of Allied forces.

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 12282][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q003]
1. A, B, C, D, E

[Option ID = 102408]
2. A, B, C Only

[Option ID = 102409]
3. B, C, D, E Only

[Option ID = 102410]
4. A, B, C, E Only

[Option ID = 102411]

4) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
British Parliament passed Charter Act of 1813 which allowed for the first time Christian Missionaries to work in North‐East
part of India.
Reason R:
Christian Missionaries persuaded the local Chieftains to embrace Christianity.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 12283][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q004]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102412]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102413]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102414]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102415]

5)

[Question ID = 10462][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q005]
1. A‐I, B‐III, C‐II, D‐IV [Option ID = 102796]
2. A‐II, B‐III, C‐IV, D‐I [Option ID = 102797]
3. A‐III, B‐IV, C‐I, D‐II [Option ID = 102798]
4. A‐IV, B‐I, C‐III, D‐II [Option ID = 102799]

6) The Sixth Schedule of Indian Constitution deals with :[Question ID = 12284][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q006]
1. Land Reforms where kings had to give away their land to the peasants [Option ID = 102416]
2. Giving autonomy to tribal population through self‐administration [Option ID = 102417]
3. Empowering women from household exploitation. [Option ID = 102418]
4. Giving sovereign power to the State government [Option ID = 102419]

7) The region of North‐East India shares an international border of [Question ID = 12285][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q007]
1. 4,182 kilometres. [Option ID = 102420]
2. 5,182 kilometres. [Option ID = 102421]
3. 6,182 kilometres. [Option ID = 102422]
4. 7,182 kilometres. [Option ID = 102423]

8) Nathula Pass connects :[Question ID = 12286][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q008]
1. Sikkim with Tibet, [Option ID = 102424]
2. Assam with Tibet, [Option ID = 102425]
3. Arunachal Pradesh with Tibet, [Option ID = 102426]
4. Assam with China. [Option ID = 102427]

9) In terms of richness of floral species, the highest diversity in North‐East India is found in:[Question ID = 10409][Question
Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q009]
1. Arunachal Pradesh [Option ID = 102428]
2. Assam [Option ID = 102429]
3. Mizoram [Option ID = 102430]
4. Nagaland [Option ID = 102431]

10) The region of North‐East India is one of the most bio‐diverse regions in the world with a forest cover of over:[Question
ID = 10410][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q010]
1. 65% [Option ID = 102432]
2. 75% [Option ID = 102433]
3. 60% [Option ID = 102434]
4. 70% [Option ID = 102435]

11) Name the ruler of Assam who has defeated Muhammad Bin Bakhtiyar Khilji.

[Question ID = 10411][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q011]
1. Raja Prithu

[Option ID = 102436]
2. Sukapha

[Option ID = 102437]
3. Lachit Borphukan

[Option ID = 102438]
4. Gambhir Singh

[Option ID = 102439]

12) Talimeren Ao, captain of Indian football team and physician, belongs to which State:[Question ID = 10412][Question
Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q012]
1. Arunachal Pradesh [Option ID = 102440]
2. Mizoram [Option ID = 102441]
3. Nagaland [Option ID = 102442]
4. Sikkim [Option ID = 102443]

13) Name of Kamrupa is found in:[Question ID = 10413][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q013]
1. Mehrauli Inscription. [Option ID = 102444]
2. Bhitari Inscription, [Option ID = 102445]
3. Vidisha inscription, [Option ID = 102446]
4. Prayag Prashasti of Samudragupta [Option ID = 102447]

14) Menhirs and Caves at Vangchhia are situated in :[Question ID = 10414][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q014]
1. Mizoram [Option ID = 102448]
2. Assam [Option ID = 102449]
3. Tripura [Option ID = 102450]
4. Meghalaya [Option ID = 102451]

15) Kakching in Manipur was known for its:[Question ID = 10415][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q015]
1. Iron smelting technology [Option ID = 102452]
2. Paper Mill [Option ID = 102453]
3. Oil Refinery [Option ID = 102454]
4. Power project [Option ID = 102455]

16) ‘Singpho’ community is mainly inhabitants of:[Question ID = 10416][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q016]
1. Nagaland [Option ID = 102456]
2. Sikkim [Option ID = 102457]
3. Tripura [Option ID = 102458]
4. Assam [Option ID = 102459]

17)

[Question ID = 10452][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q017]
1. A‐I, B‐IV, C‐II, D‐III [Option ID = 102756]
2. A‐IV, B‐II, C‐I, D‐III [Option ID = 102757]
3. A‐III, B‐I, C‐IV, D‐II [Option ID = 102758]
4. A‐II, B‐III, C‐IV, D‐I [Option ID = 102759]

18) The Ledo Road, which is also known as Stilwell Road, connects:[Question ID = 10417][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q018]
1. Ledo to Kolkata [Option ID = 102460]
2. Ledo to Kunming [Option ID = 102461]
3. Ledo to Guwahati [Option ID = 102462]
4. Ledo to Dhaka [Option ID = 102463]

19) Who amongst the following was hanged by East India Company for having conspiracy against the British rule?[Question
ID = 10418][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q019]
1. Bahadur Gaonburah [Option ID = 102464]
2. Dutiram Barua [Option ID = 102465]
3. Seikh Formud Al [Option ID = 102466]
4. Maniram Dewan [Option ID = 102467]

20) Who among the following was awarded with prestigious Dada Sahib Phalke award?[Question ID = 10419][Question
Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q020]
1. Bhupen Hazarika [Option ID = 102468]
2. Indira Goswami [Option ID = 102469]
3. Seema Biswas [Option ID = 102470]
4. Parineeta Borthakur [Option ID = 102471]

21) Ratan Thiyam is ______________

[Question ID = 10420][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q021]
1. a sportsman

[Option ID = 102472]
2. a politician

[Option ID = 102473]
3. a scientist

[Option ID = 102474]
4. an indian playwright and theatre director

[Option ID = 102475]

22) Uttarkol or North Bank, Dakhinkol or the South bank and Majuli‐riverine Island, are the geographical areas of:[Question
ID = 10421][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q022]
1. Barak Valley [Option ID = 102476]
2. Brahmaputra Valley [Option ID = 102477]
3. Imphal Valley [Option ID = 102478]
4. Surma Valley [Option ID = 102479]

23) ________________ was the Chinese traveler, who visited Bhaskaravarman, the King of Kamrupa on his invitation.
[Question ID = 10422][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q023]
1. Xuanzang [Option ID = 102480]
2. Yijing [Option ID = 102481]
3. Faxian [Option ID = 102482]

4. None of the above [Option ID = 102483]

24) Which one is the largest district of Meghalaya?[Question ID = 10423][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q024]
1. East Garo Hills [Option ID = 102484]
2. West Khasi Hills [Option ID = 102485]
3. East Khasi Hills [Option ID = 102486]
4. Jaintia Hills [Option ID = 102487]

25) What is the classical dance of Manipur?[Question ID = 10424][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q025]
1. Wangal dance [Option ID = 102488]
2. Raas Lila [Option ID = 102489]
3. Changsang [Option ID = 102490]
4. Ajhi Lhamu [Option ID = 102491]

26) Who was the first Assamese translator of the Ramayana?[Question ID = 10425][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q026]
1. Banabhaltta [Option ID = 102492]
2. Madhab Kandali [Option ID = 102493]
3. Ananta Kandali [Option ID = 102494]
4. Ram Saraswati [Option ID = 102495]

27) Who among the following articulated the idea of Chitti to explain the nature of collective national consciousness?

[Question ID = 10426][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q027]
1. Acharya Vinoba Bhave

[Option ID = 102496]
2. M.K.Gandhi

[Option ID = 102497]
3. Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay

[Option ID = 102498]
4. Jawaharlal Nehru

[Option ID = 102499]

28) Put these in order of sequence of events.
A. Battle of Saraighat
B. Battle of Khonoma
C. Kuki Rebel
D. Anglo‐Manipuri War
E. Treaty of Yandaboo
[Question ID = 10427][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q028]
1. A, E, B, D, C [Option ID = 102500]
2. A, B, D, C, E [Option ID = 102501]
3. D, C, A, B, E [Option ID = 102502]
4. A, B, D, E, C [Option ID = 102503]

29) Which of the following are the oral epics in North‐East India?

A. Katta Agana
B. Moirang Parva
C. Bhagyachandra Tirtha Chatpa
D. Prabhudev
E. Oja Pali

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 18196][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q029]
1. A and B Only

[Option ID = 102504]
2. B and C Only

[Option ID = 102505]
3. B and D Only

[Option ID = 102506]
4. A and E Only

[Option ID = 102507]

30)

[Question ID = 10453][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q030]
1. A‐I, B‐III, C‐II, D‐IV

[Option ID = 102760]
2. A‐IV, B‐III, C‐II, D‐I

[Option ID = 102761]
3. A‐II, B‐III, C‐IV, D‐I

[Option ID = 102762]
4. A‐III, B‐II, C‐IV, D‐I

[Option ID = 102763]

31) Which of the following are characteristics of Donyi Polo movement in Arunachal Pradesh?

A. It acts as bonding among various smaller tribal communities in the state.
B. It is a sub‐tribal nationalist movement.
C. It adopts various forms of Hindu religious practices.
D. It is mostly supported by the educated youths.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 18197][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q031]
1. A and C Only

[Option ID = 102508]
2. A and B Only

[Option ID = 102509]
3. B and C Only

[Option ID = 102510]
4. B and D Only

[Option ID = 102511]

32)

[Question ID = 10454][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q032]
1. A‐I, B‐II, C‐III, D‐IV [Option ID = 102764]
2. A‐IV, B‐III, C‐II, D‐I [Option ID = 102765]
3. A‐III, B‐I, C‐IV, D‐II [Option ID = 102766]
4. A‐II, B‐I, C‐III, D‐IV [Option ID = 102767]

33) Hill areas of the Province of Assam were divided into ‘’Excluded Areas’’ and ‘’Partially Excluded Areas’’ under the….
[Question ID = 18198][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q033]
1. Government of India Act 1919 [Option ID = 102512]
2. Government of India Act 1935 [Option ID = 102513]
3. Government of India Act 1942 [Option ID = 102514]
4. None of the above [Option ID = 102515]

34) ‘’When we talk loudly of our nationalism, each person’s idea of nationalism is his own brand of nationalism. It may be
Assamese nationalism, it may be Bengali…. Each one has his own particular brand in mind. He may use the word nationalism
of India but in his mind, he is thinking of that nationalism in terms of his own brand of it. When two brands of nationalism
come into conflict, there is trouble.’’

Whose statement is this?

[Question ID = 18199][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q034]
1. Jawaharlal Nehru

[Option ID = 102516]
2. B.R. Ambedkar

[Option ID = 102517]

3. Shyamaprasad Mukherjee

[Option ID = 102518]
4. Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi

[Option ID = 102519]

35) Given below are two statements:

Statement I:
Citizens Amendment Act (CAA) will enable illegal migrants from countries like Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan, who
were facing religious prosecution as a minority in those countries to get Indian citizenship.
Statement II:
CAA will not discriminate in providing citizenship to the illegal migrants from the above three countries based on the
religious identity of the applicant.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18200][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q035]
1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct

[Option ID = 102520]
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect

[Option ID = 102521]
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect

[Option ID = 102522]
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

[Option ID = 102523]

36)

[Question ID = 10455][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q036]
1. A‐I, B‐II, C‐IV, D‐III [Option ID = 102768]
2. A‐IV, B‐II, C‐I, D‐III [Option ID = 102769]
3. A‐II, B‐I, C‐III, D‐IV [Option ID = 102770]
4. A‐II, B‐I, C‐IV, D‐III [Option ID = 102771]

37) Giorgio Agamben’s ‘’bare life’’ is based on .........[Question ID = 18201][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q037]
1. Bios and oicos [Option ID = 102524]
2. Philo and polis [Option ID = 102525]
3. Polis and zoé [Option ID = 102526]
4. Bios and zoé [Option ID = 102527]

38) Which of the following social movements spread more than one state in North East India?

A. Donyi‐Polo Movement
B. Sanamahi Movement
C. Meitei Script movement
D. Heraka Movement
E. Assamese Language Movement

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 18202][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q038]
1. A, C, E Only

[Option ID = 102528]
2. A, B, D, Only

[Option ID = 102529]
3. B, E Only

[Option ID = 102530]
4. A, C Only

[Option ID = 102531]

39) Which of the followings are the characteristics of Khasi Matrilineal society?

A. Matrilineal descent group

B. Compulsory Neo‐Local family
C. Equal property right among the female siblings
D. Bride price
E. Youngest daughter is the custodian of the parent

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 18203][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q039]
1. A, C, Only

[Option ID = 102532]
2. A, E, Only

[Option ID = 102533]
3. B, E Only

[Option ID = 102534]
4. A, D, Only

[Option ID = 102535]

40) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion A:
Bnei Menashi is an ethno linguistic group of people in Manipur and Mizoram. They are mostly comprised of the Mizos, Kukis
and Chins. They follow Judaism and migrate to Israel.
Reason R:
Bnei Menashi claims to be descendent from one of the lost tribes of Israel.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18204][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q040]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102536]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102537]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102538]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102539]

41) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
In the 1990s Look East Policy pivoted Northeastern region in India’s efforts to strengthen its ties with the Asia‐Pacific.
Reason R:
India in the 1990s suddenly realized the potential of North East India in its foreign policy formulation and has nothing to do
with the international events of the time.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18205][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q041]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102540]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102541]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102542]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102543]

42) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
PRC’s adventurism in Indian territory of the Northeastern region has prompted India to promulgate its Act East Policy.
Reason R:
Act East Policy is an evolution of Look East Policy for a more action oriented relations with the Indo‐pacific countries.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18206][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q042]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102544]

2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102545]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102546]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102547]

43) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
Insurgency movements are losing its relevance in most of the Northeastern states.
Reason R:
Insurgency movements draw their relevance from the support of the people whom they claim to emancipate. In the present
scenario, most of the communities in the region are focused on fulfilling their ambitions and aspirations.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18207][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q043]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102548]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102549]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102550]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102551]

44)

[Question ID = 10456][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q044]
1. A‐III, B‐I, C‐IV, D‐II [Option ID = 102772]
2. A‐I, B‐III, C‐II, D‐IV [Option ID = 102773]
3. A‐IV, B‐II, C‐I, D‐III [Option ID = 102774]
4. A‐II, B‐III, C‐IV, D‐I [Option ID = 102775]

45) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
The Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) is an autonomous body in Assam to address the demands of the Koch Rajbangshi.
Reason R:
BTR is an evolution of BTC which evolved from BAC. These political set up are results of peace accords signed at different
times between the Indian governments, Assam government, and Bodo groups.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18208][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q045]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102552]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102553]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102554]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102555]

46) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
The Border Haats of Manipur are a part of sub‐regional linkages in the Indo‐Pacific construct.

Reason R:
The Indo‐Pacific construct is a major geo‐political development in the recent past; however, it has nothing to do with
Border Haats of Manipur.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18209][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q046]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102556]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102557]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102558]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102559]

47) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
Mackenzie writes that British officials describe ethnic communities residing in then hill areas of Assam as "wild tribes".
Reason R:
Ethnic communities living in the Naga Hills were strong warrior communities who were apprehensive of outsiders trespassing
the land they inhabit.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18210][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q047]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102560]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102561]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102562]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102563]

48) Which of the followings are the characteristics of Morung system among the Naga?

A. Voluntary membership
B. Absence of girl dormitory
C. An important agency for socialization
D. Age wise division of labour and responsibility

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 18211][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q048]
1. A, B, Only

[Option ID = 102564]
2. C, D, Only

[Option ID = 102565]
3. B, D Only

[Option ID = 102566]
4. A, D Only

[Option ID = 102567]

49)

[Question ID = 10457][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q049]
1. A‐IV, B‐III, C‐II, D‐I [Option ID = 102776]
2. A‐I, B‐II, C‐III, D‐IV [Option ID = 102777]
3. A‐III, B‐IV, C‐II, D‐I [Option ID = 102778]
4. A‐II, B‐I, C‐III, D‐IV [Option ID = 102779]

50)

[Question ID = 10458][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q050]
1. A‐I, B‐III, C‐II, D‐IV [Option ID = 102780]
2. A‐II, B‐IV, C‐III, D‐I [Option ID = 102781]
3. A‐III, B‐I, C‐II, D‐IV [Option ID = 102782]
4. A‐IV, B‐III, C‐I, D‐II [Option ID = 102783]

51) Which of the following statements are correct.

A. Patriarchal societies are those in which family kinship is drawn from father’s clan.
B. Matrilineal societies are those in which family kinship is drawn from mother’s clan.
C. Patrilineal societies are driven by patriarchal power structure.
D. Matrilineal societies are driven by matriarchal power structure.
E. Kinship is closely associated with power dynamics.

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 18212][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q051]
1. A and B Only

[Option ID = 102568]
2. A, B, and C Only

[Option ID = 102569]
3. A, B, C and D Only

[Option ID = 102570]
4. A, B, C and E Only

[Option ID = 102571]

52) The idea of secularism in India is built on [Question ID = 18213][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q052]
1. Keeping the religion out of the purview of the state [Option ID = 102572]
2. Recognizing and supporting flourishing of religious thought and practices. [Option ID = 102573]
3. Drawing hierarchy of religion recognized by the state. [Option ID = 102574]
4. Supporting the majoritarian religious practice. [Option ID = 102575]

53) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
The conventional knowledge among the scholars is that British consolidated their power in North East India through military
craft alone.
Reason R:
Cartography, missionaries, and ethnographers helped to consolidate British colonialism in North East India.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 18214][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q053]
1. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102576]
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102577]
3. A is correct but R is not correct

[Option ID = 102578]
4. A is not correct but R is correct

[Option ID = 102579]

54) State reorganization on linguistic line implies closer fit between [Question ID = 10428][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q054]
1. Ethnicity, religion, and political power. [Option ID = 102580]
2. Caste, language, and political power. [Option ID = 102581]
3. Language, religion, and territoriality. [Option ID = 102582]
4. Ethnicity, territoriality, and political power. [Option ID = 102583]

55) Which of the following statements are correct.

A. Animism is a concept that believes that there is spirit in every object in the world.
B. Every object in the world is a person.
C. Personhood pervades both in the animate and the inanimate.
D. Animism is necessarily guided by a religious belief.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 10429][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q055]
1. A, B and C Only

[Option ID = 102584]
2. A, C and D Only

[Option ID = 102585]
3. A, B and D Only

[Option ID = 102586]
4. B, C and D Only

[Option ID = 102587]

56) Some of the statements below is true of the idea of ‘’commons’’.

A. Commons are truly egalitarian in a trans‐species and trans‐category way.
B. Commons are not only structural organizations, but also dimensions of inner experience closely linked with the structural.
C. All exchanges in a commons is understood as gift, with the original gift being the cosmic creation.
D. All reciprocity in a commons is based on the cosmic law that is trans‐human.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
[Question ID = 10430][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q056]
1. A, B and C Only [Option ID = 102588]
2. A, B and D Only [Option ID = 102589]
3. A, C and D Only [Option ID = 102590]
4. B, C and D Only [Option ID = 102591]

57) Which of the followings is the Common form of Hindu Exogamy?[Question ID = 10431][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q057]
1. Pravar exogamy [Option ID = 102592]
2. Gotra exogamy [Option ID = 102593]
3. Caste Exogamy [Option ID = 102594]
4. Spinda exogamy [Option ID = 102595]

58)

[Question ID = 10459][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q058]
1. A‐II; B‐III; C‐IV; D‐I [Option ID = 102784]
2. A‐IV; B‐I, C‐II; D‐III [Option ID = 102785]
3. A‐III; B‐II; C‐I; D‐IV [Option ID = 102786]
4. A‐I; B‐IV; C‐III; D‐II [Option ID = 102787]

59) The process by which the socio‐cultural identity of one group is merged into that of another because of its accepting
the latter’s culture is called:[Question ID = 10432][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q059]
1. Assimilation [Option ID = 102596]
2. Integration [Option ID = 102597]
3. Diffusion [Option ID = 102598]
4. Cultural contact [Option ID = 102599]

60) Which of the following situations are suitable for conducting Ethnographic Research?

A. When the study of a group helps you understand a larger issue
B. When you have a culture‐sharing group to study
C. When you want a day‐to‐day picture of the events and activities of a group
D. When large size of population scatter in different areas

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

[Question ID = 10433][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q060]

1. A, B & D Only

[Option ID = 102600]
2. A, B & C Only

[Option ID = 102601]
3. A, C & D Only

[Option ID = 102602]
4. B, C & D Only

[Option ID = 102603]

61) Which of the following is a necessary functional prerequisite of any society?[Question ID = 10434][Question Description
= S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q061]
1. Social conflict [Option ID = 102604]
2. Individual solidarity [Option ID = 102605]
3. Pattern maintenance and tension management [Option ID = 102606]
4. Social incoherence [Option ID = 102607]

62) The case study method is used for data collection when the nature of the sample is:[Question ID = 10435][Question
Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q062]
1. Very large [Option ID = 102608]
2. Very small [Option ID = 102609]
3. Small and in‐depth data is required [Option ID = 102610]
4. Very dispersed [Option ID = 102611]

63) Which of the following is associated with social science research?
A. Logical inductive
B. Ethical neutrality
C. Reliance on empirical data
D. Subjective interpretation
E. Interpreting social relationship

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
[Question ID = 10436][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q063]
1. A, C, D, E Only [Option ID = 102612]
2. A, B, C, E Only [Option ID = 102613]
3. B, D, E Only [Option ID = 102614]
4. A, C, D Only [Option ID = 102615]

64) What is the most appropriate research tool for collecting information from a large group of educated respondents drawn
from widely scattered area?[Question ID = 10437][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q064]
1. Interview schedule [Option ID = 102616]
2. Case Study [Option ID = 102617]
3. Questionnaire [Option ID = 102618]
4. Focus interview [Option ID = 102619]

65) During COVID 19 pandemic most people are not wearing Mask properly. They are also not washing hand properly. And
many of the religious conglomerations have also taken place. In order to study the people’s responses to COVID 19
preventive measures in a village which of the following tools and techniques are suitable and convenient during post COVID
19 pandemic?

A. Questionnaire
B. Interview Schedule
C. Observation
D. Household Survey
E. Group discussion
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
[Question ID = 10438][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q065]
1. A, C, E Only [Option ID = 102620]
2. A, D, E Only [Option ID = 102621]
3. B, C Only [Option ID = 102622]
4. B, E Only [Option ID = 102623]

66) Which of the following is an institution?[Question ID = 10439][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q066]
1. Marriage [Option ID = 102624]
2. Ethnicity [Option ID = 102625]
3. Linguistic community [Option ID = 102626]
4. Community [Option ID = 102627]

67) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
Creation of Autonomous District Council in North East India has led to creation of small representative bodies within a state
based on ethnic population.

Reason R:
Sixth Schedule of Indian constitution has enabled formation of Autonomous District Council.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 10440][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q067]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102628]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102629]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102630]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102631]

68) What is the major characteristic of Biosemiotics?

[Question ID = 10441][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q068]
1. All participants of life are subjects.

[Option ID = 102632]
2. Meaning of life is biologically determined.

[Option ID = 102633]
3. Meaning determines the bios.

[Option ID = 102634]
4. Values are biologically dertermined.

[Option ID = 102635]

69) Which of the following largely characterizes the socio‐political reality of North East India?[Question ID = 10442]
[Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q069]
1. Caste [Option ID = 102636]
2. Religion [Option ID = 102637]
3. Kinship [Option ID = 102638]
4. Ethnicity [Option ID = 102639]

70) Who made a clear account of the role of common‐sense knowledge in the social construction of everyday life and
institution?[Question ID = 10443][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q070]
1. Husserl [Option ID = 102640]
2. Berger and Luckmann [Option ID = 102641]
3. Merton and Parsons [Option ID = 102642]
4. Max Weber [Option ID = 102643]

71) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
Most of the tribal communities in North East India maintain some degree of unique identity and isolation.
Reason R:
Practices of head hunting, raid and plunder of neighbouring villages, along with the practice of witchcraft helped each
ethnic community to self‐isolation.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 10444][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q071]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102644]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102645]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102646]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102647]

72) Difference between ethno‐nationalism and civic nationalism is based on:[Question ID = 10445][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q072]
1. Kinship and shared citizenship [Option ID = 102648]
2. Ethnicity and individual representation [Option ID = 102649]

3. Ethnicity and shared citizenship [Option ID = 102650]
4. Shared citizenship and individual representation. [Option ID = 102651]

73) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
British Parliament passed an Act in 1853 which allowed for the first time Christian Missionaries to work in North‐East part of
India.
Reason R:
Christian Missionaries persuaded the local Chieftains to embrace Christianity.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 21423][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q073]
1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102652]
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102653]
3. A is true but R is false

[Option ID = 102654]
4. A is false but R is true

[Option ID = 102655]

74) Marxist Dialectical Methodology is built on the philosophy of:[Question ID = 21424][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q074]
1. Collaboration of working class with Bourgeoisie [Option ID = 102656]
2. Abstract Historical processes [Option ID = 102657]
3. Contradiction of abstract forces [Option ID = 102658]
4. Historical materialism. [Option ID = 102659]

75) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
Cities and Towns have mostly flourished near rivers in North East India
Reason R:
Most ethnic communities preferred to remain away from major political powers in the region.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 21425][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q075]
1. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102660]
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102661]
3. A is correct but R is not correct

[Option ID = 102662]
4. A is not correct but R is correct

[Option ID = 102663]

76) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
Phenomenological Method is employed in order to bring out subjective aspect in knowledge deliberation

Reason R:
A Positivist Methodology cannot bring out the ideational aspect of social reality.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 21426][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q076]
1. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102664]
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102665]
3. A is correct but R is not correct

[Option ID = 102666]
4. A is not correct but R is correct

[Option ID = 102667]

77) Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A:
The Rabha Community of the Brahmaputra Valley are considered a member tribe of the great Bodo group. Rabhas have
greater affinity with the Garos than the other tribes.
Reason R:
The Rabha Community is divided into a number of exogamous septs known as Husuk, the members of which reckon their
descent through female line and the father’s line is ignored.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 21427][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q077]
1. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102668]
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

[Option ID = 102669]
3. A is correct but R is not correct

[Option ID = 102670]
4. A is not correct but R is correct

[Option ID = 102671]

78) Qualitative observation is usually done for exploratory purposes; it is also called ______________ observation.
[Question ID = 21428][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q078]
1. Structural [Option ID = 102672]
2. Naturalistic [Option ID = 102673]
3. Complete [Option ID = 102674]
4. Probed [Option ID = 102675]

79) What is a Research Design?[Question ID = 21429][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q079]
1. A way of conducting research that is not grounded in theory. [Option ID = 102676]
2. The Choice between using Qualitative or Quantitative methods. [Option ID = 102677]
3. The style in which you present your research findings. [Option ID = 102678]
4. A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data. [Option ID = 102679]

80) Naturalism has been defined as:[Question ID = 21430][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q080]
1. Viewing natural and social objects as belonging to the same realm. [Option ID = 102680]
2. Being true to the nature. [Option ID = 102681]
3. Minimizing the intrusion of artificial methods of data collection into the field. [Option ID = 102682]
4. Subjective articulation of social reality. [Option ID = 102683]

81) Cross Cultural Studies are an example of :[Question ID = 21431][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q081]
1. Case Study design [Option ID = 102684]
2. Comparative Design [Option ID = 102685]
3. Experimental Design [Option ID = 102686]
4. Longitudinal Design. [Option ID = 102687]

82) The key advantage of Structural observation over Survey research is that:[Question ID = 21432][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q082]
1. It does not rely on the researcher’s ability to take notes. [Option ID = 102688]
2. The researcher is immersed as a participant in the field they are studying. [Option ID = 102689]
3. It does not impose any expectations of behavior on the respondents. [Option ID = 102690]
4. It allows you to observe people’s behavior directly. [Option ID = 102691]

83) How does qualitative content analysis differ from quantitative content analysis?[Question ID = 21433][Question
Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q083]
1. It is always preceded by ethnographic research. [Option ID = 102692]
2. It involves counting the number of times certain words appear in a test. [Option ID = 102693]
3. It is less rigid, as researchers are constantly revising their concepts. [Option ID = 102694]
4. It is less likely to be used by feminist researchers. [Option ID = 102695]

84) What does an empiricist believe?[Question ID = 21434][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q084]
1. We should not apply natural science method to social science research. [Option ID = 102696]
2. It is the Sociologist’s aim to understand the meaning of social action. [Option ID = 102697]
3. Knowledge, in the form of ‘facts’ should be gained through sensory experiences. [Option ID = 102698]
4. Research conducted with the British empire was biased and unreliable. [Option ID = 102699]

85) Given below are two statements:

Statement I:
The early Sociologists believed that they had discovered a number of fundamental ‘social laws’, principally laws of social
evolution, which constituted a body of theory capable of guiding both thought and action.
Statement II:
The Evolution of Life on earth, or of human society, is a unique historical process, we may assume, proceeds in accordance

with all kinds of causal laws, for example, the laws of mechanics, of chemistry, or heredity and segregation, of natural
selection, etc. Its description, however, is not a law, but only a singular historical statement. Universal Laws make assertions
concerning some unvarying order…i.e. concerning all processes of a certain kind.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 21435][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q085]
1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct

[Option ID = 102700]
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect

[Option ID = 102701]
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect

[Option ID = 102702]
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

[Option ID = 102703]

86) Stratigraphy is important in an archaeological excavation because it [Question ID = 21436][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q086]
1. Is a record of deposits at the site. [Option ID = 102704]
2. Always provides an accurate date for the site. [Option ID = 102705]
3. Insures good conditions for preservation. [Option ID = 102706]
4. Usually means that ancient bones are present. [Option ID = 102707]

87) Pollen is (are) a type of[Question ID = 21437][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q087]
1. Lake sediment. [Option ID = 102708]
2. Microscopic plant material. [Option ID = 102709]
3. A stratigraphic layer. [Option ID = 102710]
4. Long bones of horses [Option ID = 102711]

88) What is the name of the conceptual framework in which the research is carried out?[Question ID = 21438][Question
Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q088]
1. Research hypothesis [Option ID = 102712]
2. Research design [Option ID = 102713]
3. Synopsis of Research [Option ID = 102714]
4. Research paradigm [Option ID = 102715]

89) Which of the following is a characteristic of anthropology?[Question ID = 21439][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q089]
1. It is concerned with only human biology. [Option ID = 102716]
2. It is a plant science discipline. [Option ID = 102717]
3. It focuses only on prehistoric societies. [Option ID = 102718]
4. It is concerned with human variation, evolution, and adaptation. [Option ID = 102719]

90) Which combination is true of qualitative research?[Question ID = 21440][Question Description =
S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q090]
1. Survey method, measurement, statistical analysis. [Option ID = 102720]
2. Experiment, census, ethnography. [Option ID = 102721]
3. Experiment, survey method, group discussion. [Option ID = 102722]
4. Ethnography, experiment, statistical analysis. [Option ID = 102723]

91) Research can be conducted by a person who[Question ID = 21441][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q091]
1. has studied Research methodology [Option ID = 102724]
2. holds a degree [Option ID = 102725]
3. is a hard worker [Option ID = 102726]
4. possesses thinking and has reasoning ability [Option ID = 102727]

92) Which scientific method focuses on testing hypotheses developed from theories? [Question ID = 21442][Question
Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q092]
1. Inductive method [Option ID = 102728]
2. Hypothesis method [Option ID = 102729]
3. Pattern method [Option ID = 102730]
4. Deductive method [Option ID = 102731]

93)

[Question ID = 10460][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q093]
1. A‐III, B‐IV, C‐I, D‐II [Option ID = 102788]
2. A‐II, B‐I, C‐IV, D‐III [Option ID = 102789]
3. A‐IV, B‐II, C‐III, D‐I [Option ID = 102790]
4. A‐I, B‐III, C‐II, D‐IV [Option ID = 102791]

94) Given below are two statements:

Statement I:
In 2017, JICA signed an agreement with India to provide $610 million for the first phase of North‐East road network
connectivity improvement project.
Statement II:
This investment was signed towards improving road network connectivity projects only in Meghalaya and Mizoram.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 10446][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q094]
1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct

[Option ID = 102732]
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect

[Option ID = 102733]
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect

[Option ID = 102734]
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

[Option ID = 102735]

95) Given below are two statements:

Statement I:
Eco‐tourism is depended on Natural environment and with any indigenous cultures closely connected to such environment.

Statement II:
With a number of Dams proposed to be built in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, eco‐tourism will get a major boost.

In the light of the above statements, choose the Correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 10447][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q095]
1. Both Statement I and Statement II are true

[Option ID = 102736]
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are false

[Option ID = 102737]
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is false

[Option ID = 102738]
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true

[Option ID = 102739]

96) Which of the following is the most appropriate component of qualitative research?[Question ID = 10448][Question
Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q096]
1. Quantified Observation [Option ID = 102740]
2. Statistical analysis [Option ID = 102741]
3. Measurement [Option ID = 102742]
4. Focus group discussion [Option ID = 102743]

97)

[Question ID = 10461][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q097]
1. A‐II, B‐IV, C‐I, D‐III [Option ID = 102792]
2. A‐III, B‐IV, C‐I, D‐II [Option ID = 102793]
3. A‐IV, B‐II, C‐I, D‐III [Option ID = 102794]
4. A‐IV, B‐III, C‐II, B‐I [Option ID = 102795]

98) Statement I:

Association of South‐East Asian Nations (ASEAN) was established during the end of Second World War in 1946.

Statement II:
In the initial stage, ASEAN members consisted of Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Brunei
Darussalam.

In the light of the above statements, choose the Correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 10449][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q098]
1. Both Statement I and Statement II are true

[Option ID = 102744]
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are false

[Option ID = 102745]
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is false

[Option ID = 102746]
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true

[Option ID = 102747]

99) In ____________ the interviewer and interviewee jointly controll the pace and the direction of the interview.

[Question ID = 10450][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q099]
1. Field Interview

[Option ID = 102748]
2. Telephonic Interview

[Option ID = 102749]
3. Questionnaire

[Option ID = 102750]
4. Case study

[Option ID = 102751]

100) Given below are two statements:

Statement I:
Bank credit is an important factor for the development of agriculture, industry, commerce and allied economic activities for
the socio‐economic development of the nation.

Statement II:
Government of Meghalaya has recently launched the flagship programme styled as IBDP to be implemented during the
Twelfth Plan Period (2012‐2017).

In the light of the above statements, choose the Correct answer from the options given below

[Question ID = 10451][Question Description = S1_NESH_882_Phd_Q100]
1. Both Statement I and Statement II are true

[Option ID = 102752]
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are false

[Option ID = 102753]
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is false

[Option ID = 102754]
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true

[Option ID = 102755]