What is Madol? [#2321]

A Madol is a double-sided barrel drum, a percussion instrument widely used by various ethnic groups in Northeast India, particularly in Assam, Sikkim, and among communities of Nepali origin. It's an important part of their folk music and cultural performances. It is often played during festivals, dances, and other cultural events.

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A Madol is a double-sided barrel drum, a percussion instrument widely used by various ethnic groups in Northeast India, particularly in Assam, Sikkim, and among communities of Nepali origin. It's an important part of their folk music and cultural performances. It is often played during festivals, dances, and other cultural events.

Bhabendra Nath Saikia is a prominent Assamese writer who was honored with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1976 for his collection of short stories, "Srinkhal".

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Bhabendra Nath Saikia is a prominent Assamese writer who was honored with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1976 for his collection of short stories, "Srinkhal".

Umananda Island, situated in the Brahmaputra River within Guwahati, Assam, India, is widely recognized as the smallest river island in the world. It is also known as Peacock Island due to its shape and is home to the Umananda Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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Umananda Island, situated in the Brahmaputra River within Guwahati, Assam, India, is widely recognized as the smallest river island in the world. It is also known as Peacock Island due to its shape and is home to the Umananda Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

The Varmana dynasty ruled over the ancient kingdom of Kamarupa, which is now primarily located in the state of Assam, India. Pragjyotishpura served as the capital of this powerful dynasty.

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The Varmana dynasty ruled over the ancient kingdom of Kamarupa, which is now primarily located in the state of Assam, India. Pragjyotishpura served as the capital of this powerful dynasty.

Daojali Hading is a significant Neolithic site situated in the Dima Hasao District of Assam, India. It holds the distinction of being one of the first and most thoroughly excavated stratified Neolithic sites in North-East India. Archaeological findings from this site include characteristic polished stone tools (such as celts and adzes), as well as distinctive cord-marked pottery, grinding stones, and evidence of early metallurgical activities like iron slag. These discoveries provide crucial insights into the agricultural practices, tool technology, and early settled life of the Neolithic communities in the region, with artifacts dated around 2,700 years old.

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Daojali Hading is a significant Neolithic site situated in the Dima Hasao District of Assam, India. It holds the distinction of being one of the first and most thoroughly excavated stratified Neolithic sites in North-East India. Archaeological findings from this site include characteristic polished stone tools (such as celts and adzes), as well as distinctive cord-marked pottery, grinding stones, and evidence of early metallurgical activities like iron slag. These discoveries provide crucial insights into the agricultural practices, tool technology, and early settled life of the Neolithic communities in the region, with artifacts dated around 2,700 years old.

Bishnu Ram Medhi

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Bishnu Ram Medhi

Shiva Thapa

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Shiva Thapa

Pramatta Singha was an Ahom king who ruled from 1744 to 1751. He is known for his patronage of the arts and culture, and commissioned the construction of the Rudreshwar and Sukleshwar Devalaya. These two Hindu temples are significant architectural and cultural landmarks in Assam.

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Pramatta Singha was an Ahom king who ruled from 1744 to 1751. He is known for his patronage of the arts and culture, and commissioned the construction of the Rudreshwar and Sukleshwar Devalaya. These two Hindu temples are significant architectural and cultural landmarks in Assam.

In his lifetime, Gandhi made four trips to Assam—1921, 1926, 1934 and in 1946.

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In his lifetime, Gandhi made four trips to Assam—1921, 1926, 1934 and in 1946.

One Horned Rhinoceros

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One Horned Rhinoceros

Kanaklata Barua became a martyr during the Quit India Movement of 1942. The 17-year-old Indian independence activist was shot and killed by British police while leading a procession carrying the national flag. The procession was attempting to raise the flag at the Gohpur Police Station on September 20, 1942. Barua was a member of the All India Students' Federation and an organizer in the Mrityu Bahini, a group of freedom fighters.

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Kanaklata Barua became a martyr during the Quit India Movement of 1942. The 17-year-old Indian independence activist was shot and killed by British police while leading a procession carrying the national flag. The procession was attempting to raise the flag at the Gohpur Police Station on September 20, 1942. Barua was a member of the All India Students' Federation and an organizer in the Mrityu Bahini, a group of freedom fighters.