Which community is the largest Scheduled Tribe in Assam? [#2211]

The Bodo community is the largest Scheduled Tribe in Assam. Major tribes of Assam are: Bodo (35.1%), Mishing (17.52%), Karbi (11.1%), Rabha (7.6%), Sonowal Kachari (6.5%), Lalung (5.2%), Garo (4.2%), and Dimasa tribes (3.2%). They constitute ninety per cent ST population of the state.

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The Bodo community is the largest Scheduled Tribe in Assam. Major tribes of Assam are: Bodo (35.1%), Mishing (17.52%), Karbi (11.1%), Rabha (7.6%), Sonowal Kachari (6.5%), Lalung (5.2%), Garo (4.2%), and Dimasa tribes (3.2%). They constitute ninety per cent ST population of the state.

Floods are the most significant natural hazard affecting Assam. The state's geographical location, with its numerous rivers and heavy rainfall, makes it highly susceptible to frequent and severe flooding. The Brahmaputra River and its tributaries, along with the Barak River system, often overflow during the monsoon season, causing widespread devastation.

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Floods are the most significant natural hazard affecting Assam. The state's geographical location, with its numerous rivers and heavy rainfall, makes it highly susceptible to frequent and severe flooding. The Brahmaputra River and its tributaries, along with the Barak River system, often overflow during the monsoon season, causing widespread devastation.

Gopinath Bordoloi, the first Chief Minister of Assam, is affectionately called "Lokapriya" (Beloved by the People) for his selfless dedication to the people of Assam and his unwavering commitment to their welfare.

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Gopinath Bordoloi, the first Chief Minister of Assam, is affectionately called "Lokapriya" (Beloved by the People) for his selfless dedication to the people of Assam and his unwavering commitment to their welfare.

Lakshminath Bezbaruah, a pioneer of modern Assamese literature, is known as "Roxoraj" (King of Humor) for his satirical writings and "Sahityarathi" (Charioteer of Literature) for his profound influence on Assamese literature.

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Lakshminath Bezbaruah, a pioneer of modern Assamese literature, is known as "Roxoraj" (King of Humor) for his satirical writings and "Sahityarathi" (Charioteer of Literature) for his profound influence on Assamese literature.

78,438 sq km

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78,438 sq km

Kaziranga National Park and Manas Wildlife Sanctuary: Both were declared in 1985. Moidams of Assam: Declared on July 26, 2024.

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Kaziranga National Park and Manas Wildlife Sanctuary: Both were declared in 1985. Moidams of Assam: Declared on July 26, 2024.

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Digaru is a river originating in the Garo-Khasi hills of Meghalaya state in India, flowing towards the northeast and then meeting the Kopili river and then merging with the Brahmaputra river.

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Digaru is a river originating in the Garo-Khasi hills of Meghalaya state in India, flowing towards the northeast and then meeting the Kopili river and then merging with the Brahmaputra river.

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.

Sualkuchi, a small town in the Kamrup district of Assam, is renowned for its silk industry, particularly for the production of Muga silk sarees. The Sualkuchi silk saree, often featuring intricate designs and the distinctive golden sheen of Muga silk, is a traditional attire and a significant part of Assam's cultural heritage. It's often referred to as the "Manchester of Assam" due to its textile industry.

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Sualkuchi, a small town in the Kamrup district of Assam, is renowned for its silk industry, particularly for the production of Muga silk sarees. The Sualkuchi silk saree, often featuring intricate designs and the distinctive golden sheen of Muga silk, is a traditional attire and a significant part of Assam's cultural heritage. It's often referred to as the "Manchester of Assam" due to its textile industry.

Jhumur is a traditional folk dance performed by the tea garden communities of Assam, often descendants of tribal groups brought to work in the tea plantations during the British colonial period. It's a vibrant and energetic dance characterized by its distinctive music, rhythmic movements, and colorful attire. While Bihu is also a significant dance form in Assam, Jhumur is specifically linked to the tea gardens and their unique cultural heritage.

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Jhumur is a traditional folk dance performed by the tea garden communities of Assam, often descendants of tribal groups brought to work in the tea plantations during the British colonial period. It's a vibrant and energetic dance characterized by its distinctive music, rhythmic movements, and colorful attire. While Bihu is also a significant dance form in Assam, Jhumur is specifically linked to the tea gardens and their unique cultural heritage.