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.

Orunodoi or Arunodoi was the first Assamese-language magazine published monthly from Sibsagar, Assam, in 1846.

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Orunodoi or Arunodoi was the first Assamese-language magazine published monthly from Sibsagar, Assam, in 1846.

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Hem Chandra Baruah was a pioneering Assamese writer, scholar, and linguist who wrote the first Assamese dictionary, "A Dictionary in Assamese and English". He is considered the "Father of Assamese Literature" for his contributions to the development of the Assamese language and literature.

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Hem Chandra Baruah was a pioneering Assamese writer, scholar, and linguist who wrote the first Assamese dictionary, "A Dictionary in Assamese and English". He is considered the "Father of Assamese Literature" for his contributions to the development of the Assamese language and literature.

Hem Barua, a prominent Assamese writer and politician, was bestowed with the title "Tyagbir" (Hero of Sacrifice) in recognition of his significant contributions to the Assamese people and his selfless dedication to social and political causes.

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Hem Barua, a prominent Assamese writer and politician, was bestowed with the title "Tyagbir" (Hero of Sacrifice) in recognition of his significant contributions to the Assamese people and his selfless dedication to social and political causes.

Arikuchi/Kumarikata

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Arikuchi/Kumarikata

The Burmese army entered Assam in January 1817 through Patkai pass, led by General Bhamo and Badan Chandra Borphukan. The first battle was fought on March 27, 1817 at Ghiradari, where the Assamese army was outnumbered and surrendered within a week.

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The Burmese army entered Assam in January 1817 through Patkai pass, led by General Bhamo and Badan Chandra Borphukan. The first battle was fought on March 27, 1817 at Ghiradari, where the Assamese army was outnumbered and surrendered within a week.

The Moamoria Rebellion was a prolonged conflict with multiple phases. The second phase of this rebellion began in 1782.

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The Moamoria Rebellion was a prolonged conflict with multiple phases. The second phase of this rebellion began in 1782.

While the "Look East Policy" (now Act East Policy) is a national policy of India, Assam, being a northeastern state, plays a crucial role in its implementation, particularly concerning cross-border trade and connectivity. The policy focuses on building stronger economic, cultural, and strategic relationships with Southeast Asian countries. Assam's geographical proximity and cultural links make it a gateway for trade, tourism, and other forms of cooperation with these nations.

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While the "Look East Policy" (now Act East Policy) is a national policy of India, Assam, being a northeastern state, plays a crucial role in its implementation, particularly concerning cross-border trade and connectivity. The policy focuses on building stronger economic, cultural, and strategic relationships with Southeast Asian countries. Assam's geographical proximity and cultural links make it a gateway for trade, tourism, and other forms of cooperation with these nations.

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1960

The Digboi Refinery in Assam is the oldest refinery in India, having been commissioned on December 11, 1901. It was built by the British and is also Asia's first refinery. The refinery is known as the birthplace of the Indian oil industry. Oil was first discovered in 1867 while laying a railway line in the Digboi area.

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The Digboi Refinery in Assam is the oldest refinery in India, having been commissioned on December 11, 1901. It was built by the British and is also Asia's first refinery. The refinery is known as the birthplace of the Indian oil industry. Oil was first discovered in 1867 while laying a railway line in the Digboi area.