What is the traditional Assamese rice beer called? [#2329]

Apong is a traditional rice beer widely consumed by various indigenous communities in Assam, India. It's a fermented beverage prepared from rice and local yeast, with recipes and brewing techniques often passed down through families. Apong plays a significant role in Assamese culture and is commonly featured in social gatherings, festivals, and religious ceremonies. It is also known by other local names such as "Haaz", "Mod" or “Lao-pani”.

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Apong is a traditional rice beer widely consumed by various indigenous communities in Assam, India. It's a fermented beverage prepared from rice and local yeast, with recipes and brewing techniques often passed down through families. Apong plays a significant role in Assamese culture and is commonly featured in social gatherings, festivals, and religious ceremonies. It is also known by other local names such as "Haaz", "Mod" or “Lao-pani”.

Moidams are the distinctive burial mounds constructed for Ahom royalty and their families.

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Moidams are the distinctive burial mounds constructed for Ahom royalty and their families.

The Battle of Itakhuli was fought in the vicinity of what is now Sukreswar in Guwahati in Assam. This victory was crucial in pushing back Mughal control and recovering the region.

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The Battle of Itakhuli was fought in the vicinity of what is now Sukreswar in Guwahati in Assam. This victory was crucial in pushing back Mughal control and recovering the region.

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.

In 1985, Bodo has been recognized as an associated state official language of Assam.

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In 1985, Bodo has been recognized as an associated state official language of Assam.

Sudangphaa (1397–1407), the first Ahom king to perform the coronation ceremony, was also known as Bamuni Konwar. The name comes from being raised in a Brahmin household. Although he introduced Hindu practices to the Ahom community, he didn't convert to Hinduism himself. He also established the practice of Singarigharutha, the Ahom king's coronation ceremony.

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Sudangphaa (1397–1407), the first Ahom king to perform the coronation ceremony, was also known as Bamuni Konwar. The name comes from being raised in a Brahmin household. Although he introduced Hindu practices to the Ahom community, he didn't convert to Hinduism himself. He also established the practice of Singarigharutha, the Ahom king's coronation ceremony.

Joymoti (1935) is the first talkie in Assamese. Jyoti Prasad Agarwala directed the historical film about the life of Ahom princess Joymoti, the wife of a later Ahom king. Aideu Handique, who starred in Joymoti, was the first Assamese film actress.

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Joymoti (1935) is the first talkie in Assamese. Jyoti Prasad Agarwala directed the historical film about the life of Ahom princess Joymoti, the wife of a later Ahom king. Aideu Handique, who starred in Joymoti, was the first Assamese film actress.

Jhumur is a traditional folk dance performed by the tea tribes of Assam, India. It is a vibrant and energetic dance characterized by rhythmic movements, colorful costumes, and the use of traditional musical instruments. Jhumur is an integral part of the tea tribe culture and is performed during festivals, celebrations, and social gatherings. The dance often depicts themes related to their daily lives, work in the tea gardens, and their cultural heritage.

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Jhumur is a traditional folk dance performed by the tea tribes of Assam, India. It is a vibrant and energetic dance characterized by rhythmic movements, colorful costumes, and the use of traditional musical instruments. Jhumur is an integral part of the tea tribe culture and is performed during festivals, celebrations, and social gatherings. The dance often depicts themes related to their daily lives, work in the tea gardens, and their cultural heritage.

The Assam State Museum is situated in the heart of Guwahati city, Assam. It houses a vast collection of artifacts, sculptures, and exhibits that showcase the diverse cultural heritage of Assam.

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The Assam State Museum is situated in the heart of Guwahati city, Assam. It houses a vast collection of artifacts, sculptures, and exhibits that showcase the diverse cultural heritage of Assam.

Monalisa Baruah Mehta

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Monalisa Baruah Mehta

Assam Police Day is celebrated annually on October 1st to commemorate the formation of the Assam Police Force.

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Assam Police Day is celebrated annually on October 1st to commemorate the formation of the Assam Police Force.