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.

Gomdhar Konwar

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Gomdhar Konwar

Agriculture is the dominant sector in Assam's economy, employing a large portion of the workforce and contributing significantly to the state's revenue. The state is particularly famous for its tea production, but also cultivates rice, jute, sugarcane, oilseeds, and various fruits and vegetables. A large percentage of Assam's rural population relies on agriculture for their livelihoods. While other sectors are growing, agriculture remains the backbone of the state's economy.

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Agriculture is the dominant sector in Assam's economy, employing a large portion of the workforce and contributing significantly to the state's revenue. The state is particularly famous for its tea production, but also cultivates rice, jute, sugarcane, oilseeds, and various fruits and vegetables. A large percentage of Assam's rural population relies on agriculture for their livelihoods. While other sectors are growing, agriculture remains the backbone of the state's economy.

Garampani Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Karbi Anglong district of Assam, is renowned for its hot water springs. The sanctuary is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including rare species of birds and animals. It is surrounded by Nambor Sanctuary having 51 rare species of orchid.

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Garampani Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Karbi Anglong district of Assam, is renowned for its hot water springs. The sanctuary is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including rare species of birds and animals. It is surrounded by Nambor Sanctuary having 51 rare species of orchid.

Bishnu Ram Medhi

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Bishnu Ram Medhi

Karatoya or Sadanira

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Karatoya or Sadanira

Majuli is a large river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam. It is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest river island. Majuli is not only geographically significant but also culturally rich, known for its Vaishnavite monasteries (satras) and unique cultural traditions. However, it faces a significant threat from erosion.

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Majuli is a large river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam. It is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest river island. Majuli is not only geographically significant but also culturally rich, known for its Vaishnavite monasteries (satras) and unique cultural traditions. However, it faces a significant threat from erosion.

The Kamarupa Kingdom was an ancient Assamese kingdom that existed from the 4th to the 12th century. It was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its art, literature, and architecture. The kingdom was ruled by the Varman dynasty and was a major center of learning and culture in ancient India. The Varman dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom of Assam from 350–655 CE.

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The Kamarupa Kingdom was an ancient Assamese kingdom that existed from the 4th to the 12th century. It was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its art, literature, and architecture. The kingdom was ruled by the Varman dynasty and was a major center of learning and culture in ancient India. The Varman dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom of Assam from 350–655 CE.

According to the Ahom Chronicles, Ye-Cheng-Pha is the god of knowledge for the Ahom people. The Chronicles say that when Lengdon, the king of Mong Phi, sent his grandsons Khunlung and Khunlai to Mong Ri, Ye-Cheng-Pha advised them to perform various worships to honor the Phi-Dam (Ancestral Spirit) and Khwan elements. These worships include Umpha, Phuralong, Mae Dam Mae Phi, and Rik-khwan, which are performed on different occasions and in different months of the year.

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According to the Ahom Chronicles, Ye-Cheng-Pha is the god of knowledge for the Ahom people. The Chronicles say that when Lengdon, the king of Mong Phi, sent his grandsons Khunlung and Khunlai to Mong Ri, Ye-Cheng-Pha advised them to perform various worships to honor the Phi-Dam (Ancestral Spirit) and Khwan elements. These worships include Umpha, Phuralong, Mae Dam Mae Phi, and Rik-khwan, which are performed on different occasions and in different months of the year.

Kaziranga National Park is renowned worldwide for its large population of one-horned rhinoceroses. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to spot these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

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Kaziranga National Park is renowned worldwide for its large population of one-horned rhinoceroses. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to spot these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

Assam shares international borders with both Bhutan to the north and Bangladesh to the south.

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Assam shares international borders with both Bhutan to the north and Bangladesh to the south.