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Ankia Nat is a traditional form of one-act play from Assam, India, developed by the saint-scholar Srimanta Sankaradeva. These plays are primarily religious, depicting episodes from Hindu scriptures, particularly the life of Krishna. They are performed in Brajavali, a unique literary language, and feature a Sutradhara (narrator) who guides the story. Ankia Nats incorporate elements of music, dance (often Sattriya), and elaborate costumes and masks. They played a crucial role in disseminating Neo-Vaishnavite teachings and remain an important part of Assamese cultural heritage.

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Ankia Nat is a traditional form of one-act play from Assam, India, developed by the saint-scholar Srimanta Sankaradeva. These plays are primarily religious, depicting episodes from Hindu scriptures, particularly the life of Krishna. They are performed in Brajavali, a unique literary language, and feature a Sutradhara (narrator) who guides the story. Ankia Nats incorporate elements of music, dance (often Sattriya), and elaborate costumes and masks. They played a crucial role in disseminating Neo-Vaishnavite teachings and remain an important part of Assamese cultural heritage.

Sattriya dance originated in the 15th century in a monastery in Sattra, Assam. It was a key part of the neo-Vaishnavite movement led by Srimanta Sankardev, who believed in the importance of devoutly chanting the name of God.

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Sattriya dance originated in the 15th century in a monastery in Sattra, Assam. It was a key part of the neo-Vaishnavite movement led by Srimanta Sankardev, who believed in the importance of devoutly chanting the name of God.

Bishnu Prasad Rabha, (BPR=KG), a multifaceted artist and revolutionary singer of Assam, is revered as 'Kalaguru' (Master of Arts) for his exceptional contributions to Assamese music, dance, painting, literature, and political activism.

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Bishnu Prasad Rabha, (BPR=KG), a multifaceted artist and revolutionary singer of Assam, is revered as 'Kalaguru' (Master of Arts) for his exceptional contributions to Assamese music, dance, painting, literature, and political activism.

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”.

Sri Sri Samaguri Satra, located in Majuli, Assam, is famous for its unique mask-making tradition. These masks, crafted from traditional materials like bamboo, clay, and cloth, are integral to Ankiya Bhaona performances, a traditional form of Assamese theatre.

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Sri Sri Samaguri Satra, located in Majuli, Assam, is famous for its unique mask-making tradition. These masks, crafted from traditional materials like bamboo, clay, and cloth, are integral to Ankiya Bhaona performances, a traditional form of Assamese theatre.

The earliest king of Pragjyotisha, a non-Aryan chief, was known as Mahiranga Danava. He is often considered the founder of the Danava dynasty, which ruled Pragjyotisha for a significant period.

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The earliest king of Pragjyotisha, a non-Aryan chief, was known as Mahiranga Danava. He is often considered the founder of the Danava dynasty, which ruled Pragjyotisha for a significant period.

Tea Tribe of Assam

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Tea Tribe of Assam

Fakaruddin Ali Ahmed

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Fakaruddin Ali Ahmed

Hema Saraswati is known for writing 'Prahlada Charitra', one of the earliest poetic works in the Assamese language.

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Hema Saraswati is known for writing 'Prahlada Charitra', one of the earliest poetic works in the Assamese language.

Srimanta Sankardeva, the revered Assamese saint, scholar, playwright, social reformer, and founder of the Ekasarana Dharma, breathed his last at Madhupur Satra, Bheladonga in Cooch Behar, which is now in West Bengal, India.

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Srimanta Sankardeva, the revered Assamese saint, scholar, playwright, social reformer, and founder of the Ekasarana Dharma, breathed his last at Madhupur Satra, Bheladonga in Cooch Behar, which is now in West Bengal, India.

Ambikagiri Raichoudhury was a prominent Assamese patriot, writer, and journalist who played a crucial role in the Assamese renaissance. He was a strong advocate for Assamese language and culture, and his writings often reflected his deep love for his homeland and its people. He is revered as a symbol of Assamese nationalism and pride.

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Ambikagiri Raichoudhury was a prominent Assamese patriot, writer, and journalist who played a crucial role in the Assamese renaissance. He was a strong advocate for Assamese language and culture, and his writings often reflected his deep love for his homeland and its people. He is revered as a symbol of Assamese nationalism and pride.