When was the Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) adopted as the state flower of Assam? [#1337]

The Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) was adopted as the state flower of Assam on 4th April 2003, recognizing its unique beauty and cultural significance in the state. The pinkish-white flower blooms in April and resembles a fox's tail. It's an integral part of Assamese culture, and is often worn by Bihu dancers and used in wedding ceremonies. The flower is considered a symbol of love, fertility, and merriment.

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The Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) was adopted as the state flower of Assam on 4th April 2003, recognizing its unique beauty and cultural significance in the state. The pinkish-white flower blooms in April and resembles a fox's tail. It's an integral part of Assamese culture, and is often worn by Bihu dancers and used in wedding ceremonies. The flower is considered a symbol of love, fertility, and merriment.

Kaziranga National Park holds the distinction of being the first national park established in Assam. Its significance lies in its rich biodiversity, particularly its large population of one-horned rhinoceroses, and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Kaziranga National Park holds the distinction of being the first national park established in Assam. Its significance lies in its rich biodiversity, particularly its large population of one-horned rhinoceroses, and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Bar Raja Phuleswari Konwari, the first wife of King Siva Singha, is credited with excavating the Gaurisagar Tank. She was a powerful queen who also constructed three significant temples on the tank's banks.

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Bar Raja Phuleswari Konwari, the first wife of King Siva Singha, is credited with excavating the Gaurisagar Tank. She was a powerful queen who also constructed three significant temples on the tank's banks.

A Madol is a double-sided barrel drum, a percussion instrument widely used by various ethnic groups in Northeast India, particularly in Assam, Sikkim, and among communities of Nepali origin. It's an important part of their folk music and cultural performances. It is often played during festivals, dances, and other cultural events.

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A Madol is a double-sided barrel drum, a percussion instrument widely used by various ethnic groups in Northeast India, particularly in Assam, Sikkim, and among communities of Nepali origin. It's an important part of their folk music and cultural performances. It is often played during festivals, dances, and other cultural events.

The Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) is located in Borbari, Dibrugarh, Assam. It is situated in the middle of a tea garden and next to the Brahmaputra River. The AMCH is the first medical college in Assam and the Northeast region of India. It was established in 1947 and is a government medical school and hospital. The AMCH is a tertiary medical referral center for upper Assam and neighboring states.

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The Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) is located in Borbari, Dibrugarh, Assam. It is situated in the middle of a tea garden and next to the Brahmaputra River. The AMCH is the first medical college in Assam and the Northeast region of India. It was established in 1947 and is a government medical school and hospital. The AMCH is a tertiary medical referral center for upper Assam and neighboring states.

Brajanath Sharma, a prominent figure in Assamese theatre, founded the 'Shil Kalika Opera Party' in 1921. This marked an important early development in the evolution of mobile theatre in Assam. Sharma is recognized for his pioneering work in bringing theatre to wider audiences, particularly in rural areas, and the 'Shil Kalika Opera Party' was a key part of his contribution.

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Brajanath Sharma, a prominent figure in Assamese theatre, founded the 'Shil Kalika Opera Party' in 1921. This marked an important early development in the evolution of mobile theatre in Assam. Sharma is recognized for his pioneering work in bringing theatre to wider audiences, particularly in rural areas, and the 'Shil Kalika Opera Party' was a key part of his contribution.

Robert Bruce, a Scottish adventurer, discovered tea plants growing wild in the upper Brahmaputra Valley of Assam in 1823. Bruce was drawn to the tea plants after noticing their distinct appearance and aroma, and the Singpho tribe's traditional use of the leaves for medicinal purposes.

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Robert Bruce, a Scottish adventurer, discovered tea plants growing wild in the upper Brahmaputra Valley of Assam in 1823. Bruce was drawn to the tea plants after noticing their distinct appearance and aroma, and the Singpho tribe's traditional use of the leaves for medicinal purposes.

Karbi Anglong was originally a single district. In 2015, an administrative reorganization divided it into two separate districts: Karbi Anglong (eastern part) and West Karbi Anglong (western part) by the Kapili River.

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Karbi Anglong was originally a single district. In 2015, an administrative reorganization divided it into two separate districts: Karbi Anglong (eastern part) and West Karbi Anglong (western part) by the Kapili River.

The title “Burha Raja” (Assamese for "Old King") is associated with the 17th Ahom king, Pratap Singha, also known as Susenghphaa. He was given this name because he was already older when he became king around 1545 and ruled until 1641.

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The title “Burha Raja” (Assamese for "Old King") is associated with the 17th Ahom king, Pratap Singha, also known as Susenghphaa. He was given this name because he was already older when he became king around 1545 and ruled until 1641.

1874

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The Barail Range is situated in the southern part of Assam, forming a natural boundary between the Brahmaputra and Barak river basins.

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The Barail Range is situated in the southern part of Assam, forming a natural boundary between the Brahmaputra and Barak river basins.