Which Assamese leader is known for his contributions to the Assamese language and literature, and is also a prominent figure in the Vaishnavite movement in Assam? [#1403]

Srimanta Sankaradeva is a revered figure in Assamese history, known for his contributions to Assamese language, literature, and the Vaishnavite movement.

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Srimanta Sankaradeva is a revered figure in Assamese history, known for his contributions to Assamese language, literature, and the Vaishnavite movement.

Chandra Kumar Agarwala, Lakshminath Bezbarua, and Hemchandra Goswami are known as the "Trimurti of Assamese literature" for their contributions to the beginning of modern Assamese literature. They were also friends and co-founders of the literary organization Asamiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha. Agarwala was the first editor and financier of the magazine Jonaki, which was published on February 9, 1889. The history of Assamese literature is divided into three periods named after magazines: the "Jonaki Age" (1889–1929), the "Abahan Age" (1929–1940), and the "Ramdhenu Age" (1940–1970).

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Chandra Kumar Agarwala, Lakshminath Bezbarua, and Hemchandra Goswami are known as the "Trimurti of Assamese literature" for their contributions to the beginning of modern Assamese literature. They were also friends and co-founders of the literary organization Asamiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha. Agarwala was the first editor and financier of the magazine Jonaki, which was published on February 9, 1889. The history of Assamese literature is divided into three periods named after magazines: the "Jonaki Age" (1889–1929), the "Abahan Age" (1929–1940), and the "Ramdhenu Age" (1940–1970).

Deori (also Deuri) is a Tibeto-Burman language in the Tibeto-Burman languages family spoken by the Deori people of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The Deori Autonomous Council was founded in 2005 following an agreement between the Government of Assam and representatives of the Deori people who wanted greater autonomy for the area.

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Deori (also Deuri) is a Tibeto-Burman language in the Tibeto-Burman languages family spoken by the Deori people of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The Deori Autonomous Council was founded in 2005 following an agreement between the Government of Assam and representatives of the Deori people who wanted greater autonomy for the area.

Borgeets are devotional songs composed by the 15th-16th century Assamese saint-poet Srimanta Sankaradeva and his disciple Madhavadeva. These songs are central to the Ekasarana Dharma, a Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam. Written in Brajavali, a mixed literary language, Borgeets praise Lord Krishna and narrate his divine acts. They are set to classical ragas and talas and are traditionally performed in Namghars (prayer halls) and Sattras (monasteries). Borgeets are an integral part of Assamese cultural and religious heritage.

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Borgeets are devotional songs composed by the 15th-16th century Assamese saint-poet Srimanta Sankaradeva and his disciple Madhavadeva. These songs are central to the Ekasarana Dharma, a Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam. Written in Brajavali, a mixed literary language, Borgeets praise Lord Krishna and narrate his divine acts. They are set to classical ragas and talas and are traditionally performed in Namghars (prayer halls) and Sattras (monasteries). Borgeets are an integral part of Assamese cultural and religious heritage.

Madhab Kandali

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Madhab Kandali

Hema Saraswati is known for writing 'Prahlada Charitra', one of the earliest poetic works in the Assamese language.

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Hema Saraswati is known for writing 'Prahlada Charitra', one of the earliest poetic works in the Assamese language.

Madhava Kandali is renowned for translating the Sanskrit epic Ramayana into Assamese verse, creating the 'Saptakanda Ramayana'. This work is considered a cornerstone of Assamese literature.

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Madhava Kandali is renowned for translating the Sanskrit epic Ramayana into Assamese verse, creating the 'Saptakanda Ramayana'. This work is considered a cornerstone of Assamese literature.

Omeo Kumar Das and Jayaprakash Narayan are both known as Lok Nayak, which means "leader of the people" or "people's hero".

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Omeo Kumar Das and Jayaprakash Narayan are both known as Lok Nayak, which means "leader of the people" or "people's hero".

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.

Jaypala

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Jaypala

Lachit Borphukan is a legendary figure in Assamese history, renowned for his military prowess and leadership in defeating the Mughal forces at the Battle of Saraighat.

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Lachit Borphukan is a legendary figure in Assamese history, renowned for his military prowess and leadership in defeating the Mughal forces at the Battle of Saraighat.