Which Assam revolt is known as the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of Assam? [#1524]

The Patharughat Peasants Uprising of 1894 is sometimes called Assam's Jallianwala Bagh. The uprising took place 25 years before the more famous Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, but is largely forgotten in Indian history. On January 28, 1894, unarmed peasants in Patharughat, Assam, protested against a 70–100% land tax increase by the British. When the British refused to hear grievances, police charged the crowd with lathis and then opened fire. Official records say 15 peasants died and 37 were injured, but unofficial sources say 140 died.

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The Patharughat Peasants Uprising of 1894 is sometimes called Assam's Jallianwala Bagh. The uprising took place 25 years before the more famous Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, but is largely forgotten in Indian history. On January 28, 1894, unarmed peasants in Patharughat, Assam, protested against a 70–100% land tax increase by the British. When the British refused to hear grievances, police charged the crowd with lathis and then opened fire. Official records say 15 peasants died and 37 were injured, but unofficial sources say 140 died.

Tamulpur became the 35th district of Assam on January 23, 2022. The Assam Cabinet merged Tamulpur with Baksa on December 31, 2022, bringing the total number of districts in the state to 31. The merger took place on January 1, 2023.

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Tamulpur became the 35th district of Assam on January 23, 2022. The Assam Cabinet merged Tamulpur with Baksa on December 31, 2022, bringing the total number of districts in the state to 31. The merger took place on January 1, 2023.

Gulab Chand Kataria

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Gulab Chand Kataria

According to the 2011 census, approximately 48.38% of the Assam population speaks Assamese.

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According to the 2011 census, approximately 48.38% of the Assam population speaks Assamese.

Rita Choudhury is a prominent Assamese writer who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2008 for her novel "Deou Langkhui".

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Rita Choudhury is a prominent Assamese writer who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2008 for her novel "Deou Langkhui".

Bishnu Prasad Rabha, (BPR=KG), a multifaceted artist and revolutionary singer of Assam, is revered as 'Kalaguru' (Master of Arts) for his exceptional contributions to Assamese music, dance, painting, literature, and political activism.

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Bishnu Prasad Rabha, (BPR=KG), a multifaceted artist and revolutionary singer of Assam, is revered as 'Kalaguru' (Master of Arts) for his exceptional contributions to Assamese music, dance, painting, literature, and political activism.

The Kamakhya Temple, a prominent Shakti Peetha situated on Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Assam, is linked to the legend of Narakasura. The story narrates Narakasura's desire to marry Goddess Kamakhya. She challenged him to build a stairway from the base of the hill to the temple in a single night. Despite his efforts, he couldn't complete the task before dawn, as the goddess is said to have used her powers to make a cock crow prematurely. The incomplete stairway is believed to be a testament to this legend.

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The Kamakhya Temple, a prominent Shakti Peetha situated on Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Assam, is linked to the legend of Narakasura. The story narrates Narakasura's desire to marry Goddess Kamakhya. She challenged him to build a stairway from the base of the hill to the temple in a single night. Despite his efforts, he couldn't complete the task before dawn, as the goddess is said to have used her powers to make a cock crow prematurely. The incomplete stairway is believed to be a testament to this legend.

White tea is a rare and delicate variety of tea known for its subtle, sweet flavor. It is often enjoyed without milk or sugar to preserve its natural taste. While Assam is primarily known for black tea, white tea cultivation has also gained popularity in recent years.

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White tea is a rare and delicate variety of tea known for its subtle, sweet flavor. It is often enjoyed without milk or sugar to preserve its natural taste. While Assam is primarily known for black tea, white tea cultivation has also gained popularity in recent years.

Shiva Thapa

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Shiva Thapa

Nitipal, also known as Nitai, was the last king of the Chutiya dynasty. He ruled alongside his legendary wife, Queen Sadhani.

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Nitipal, also known as Nitai, was the last king of the Chutiya dynasty. He ruled alongside his legendary wife, Queen Sadhani.

Umananda Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is situated on a small island in the Brahmaputra River near Guwahati. It is a significant pilgrimage site and offers breathtaking views of the river.

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Umananda Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is situated on a small island in the Brahmaputra River near Guwahati. It is a significant pilgrimage site and offers breathtaking views of the river.