Which ruler from the traditional era of Assam is known to have defeated Ghatakasura of the Dana dynasty? [#1477]

Narakasura, a powerful demon king, is traditionally believed to have defeated Ghatakasura of the Dana dynasty in Assam.

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Narakasura, a powerful demon king, is traditionally believed to have defeated Ghatakasura of the Dana dynasty in Assam.

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.

Assam has four major oil refineries: Digboi Refinery: The oldest refinery in India, established in 1901. Noonmati Refinery (Guwahati Refinery): Established in 1962. Bongaigaon Refinery: Established in 1999. Numaligarh Refinery: Established in 1999.

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Assam has four major oil refineries: Digboi Refinery: The oldest refinery in India, established in 1901. Noonmati Refinery (Guwahati Refinery): Established in 1962. Bongaigaon Refinery: Established in 1999. Numaligarh Refinery: Established in 1999.

Meghalaya was formed on January 21, 1972, when it was carved out of the state of Assam. Meghalaya was first established as an autonomous state within Assam in 1970. Meghalaya was formed by carving out two districts from Assam: the United Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills, and the Garo.

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Meghalaya was formed on January 21, 1972, when it was carved out of the state of Assam. Meghalaya was first established as an autonomous state within Assam in 1970. Meghalaya was formed by carving out two districts from Assam: the United Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills, and the Garo.

Atul Chandra Baruah

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Atul Chandra Baruah

According to available information, the place in Assam with the lowest annual rainfall is the southern part of the Brahmaputra Valley, particularly around the areas of Diphu and Lanka-Lumding. This region falls in the rainshadow zone due to the presence of the Maghalaya Plateau, leading to significantly less rainfall compared to other parts of Assam.

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According to available information, the place in Assam with the lowest annual rainfall is the southern part of the Brahmaputra Valley, particularly around the areas of Diphu and Lanka-Lumding. This region falls in the rainshadow zone due to the presence of the Maghalaya Plateau, leading to significantly less rainfall compared to other parts of Assam.

Madan Kamdev, located in Baihata Chariali, Kamrup district of Assam, is often referred to as the "Khajuraho of Assam" due to its collection of sculptures, some of which are erotic, reminiscent of the famous Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh.

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Madan Kamdev, located in Baihata Chariali, Kamrup district of Assam, is often referred to as the "Khajuraho of Assam" due to its collection of sculptures, some of which are erotic, reminiscent of the famous Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh.

Purnananda Burhagohain

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Purnananda Burhagohain

Ahom king Rudra Singha (1696–1714) built the Joysagar Tank in 1697 in Sibsagar, Assam, India in memory of his mother, Joymoti Konwari. The tank is believed to be India's largest man-made lake, covering 318 acres (1.29 km2) of land, with 155 acres (0.63 km2) of fresh water. The water level is 14 feet higher than ground level.

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Ahom king Rudra Singha (1696–1714) built the Joysagar Tank in 1697 in Sibsagar, Assam, India in memory of his mother, Joymoti Konwari. The tank is believed to be India's largest man-made lake, covering 318 acres (1.29 km2) of land, with 155 acres (0.63 km2) of fresh water. The water level is 14 feet higher than ground level.

Sukapha, the founder of the Ahom kingdom, is credited with initiating the tradition of writing Buranjis, which are historical chronicles and records.

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Sukapha, the founder of the Ahom kingdom, is credited with initiating the tradition of writing Buranjis, which are historical chronicles and records.

Srimanta Sankardev, a 15th-century Assamese saint-reformer, is credited with creating the traditional Assamese art form of "Bhaona", a unique blend of classical dance and drama. Bhaona is an integral part of Assamese cultural heritage and is still performed today.

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Srimanta Sankardev, a 15th-century Assamese saint-reformer, is credited with creating the traditional Assamese art form of "Bhaona", a unique blend of classical dance and drama. Bhaona is an integral part of Assamese cultural heritage and is still performed today.