Who discovered Tea plants in Assam in 1823? [#1553]

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.

The Assam Rastrabhasa Prachar Samiti (ARPS) was established on November 3, 1938. It was originally called the Assam Hindi Prachar Samiti.

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The Assam Rastrabhasa Prachar Samiti (ARPS) was established on November 3, 1938. It was originally called the Assam Hindi Prachar Samiti.

Kumar Bhaskar Varman

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Kumar Bhaskar Varman

Sri Surya Pahar is a significant archaeological site in Assam, known for its numerous rock-cut Shivalingas and other religious artifacts. It is often referred to as the "second Kashi" due to the high concentration of Shivalingas, reminiscent of the holy city of Kashi (Varanasi). Legend states that Vyasa engraved 99,999 Shiva Lingas here, aiming to create a second Kashi (where there are 100,000). While less widely known than other Assamese landmarks, it holds considerable religious and historical importance.

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Sri Surya Pahar is a significant archaeological site in Assam, known for its numerous rock-cut Shivalingas and other religious artifacts. It is often referred to as the "second Kashi" due to the high concentration of Shivalingas, reminiscent of the holy city of Kashi (Varanasi). Legend states that Vyasa engraved 99,999 Shiva Lingas here, aiming to create a second Kashi (where there are 100,000). While less widely known than other Assamese landmarks, it holds considerable religious and historical importance.

The Dhansiri River forms a natural boundary between the Karbi Anglong Plateau and the Naga Hills. It originates in the Naga Hills and flows through Assam before joining the Brahmaputra River.

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The Dhansiri River forms a natural boundary between the Karbi Anglong Plateau and the Naga Hills. It originates in the Naga Hills and flows through Assam before joining the Brahmaputra River.

The Ahom dynasty, which ruled Assam for over six centuries, originated from the Tai people of Yunnan Province in southwestern China. Led by Sukaphaa, they migrated to Assam in the 13th century and established their kingdom, gradually expanding their control over the region.

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The Ahom dynasty, which ruled Assam for over six centuries, originated from the Tai people of Yunnan Province in southwestern China. Led by Sukaphaa, they migrated to Assam in the 13th century and established their kingdom, gradually expanding their control over the region.

Manalisha Baruah Mehta

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Manalisha Baruah Mehta

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.

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.

The Brahmaputra River is the lifeline of Assam. Its fertile floodplains support a large portion of the state's population, and its waters are crucial for agriculture and transportation. The river's dynamic nature, with its frequent floods and shifting channels, has also shaped the region's landscape and influenced settlement patterns.

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The Brahmaputra River is the lifeline of Assam. Its fertile floodplains support a large portion of the state's population, and its waters are crucial for agriculture and transportation. The river's dynamic nature, with its frequent floods and shifting channels, has also shaped the region's landscape and influenced settlement patterns.

The period between 1821 and 1826 is often referred to as "Maanar Din". The term is Assamese for "The days/period of the Burmese". The period refers to the time when the Kingdom of Assam was under the control of Burma. The period is remembered with horror by the people of Assam. The period was the climactic period of the Ahom kingdom. The population of Assam was greatly reduced by 2/3 and 1/3 of the men and boys were killed during this period.

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The period between 1821 and 1826 is often referred to as "Maanar Din". The term is Assamese for "The days/period of the Burmese". The period refers to the time when the Kingdom of Assam was under the control of Burma. The period is remembered with horror by the people of Assam. The period was the climactic period of the Ahom kingdom. The population of Assam was greatly reduced by 2/3 and 1/3 of the men and boys were killed during this period.