Which ancient Assamese kingdom was known for its strong navy and military under Lachit Borphukan? [#2334]

The Ahom Kingdom, which ruled Assam for over six centuries, was renowned for its powerful military and, especially, its strong navy. This naval strength played a key role in their resistance against the Mughal Empire. Lachit Borphukan, a celebrated Ahom general, is particularly famous for his leadership in the Battle of Saraighat (1671) where his strategic brilliance and naval tactics led to a decisive Ahom victory against the Mughals, halting their expansion into Assam.

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The Ahom Kingdom, which ruled Assam for over six centuries, was renowned for its powerful military and, especially, its strong navy. This naval strength played a key role in their resistance against the Mughal Empire. Lachit Borphukan, a celebrated Ahom general, is particularly famous for his leadership in the Battle of Saraighat (1671) where his strategic brilliance and naval tactics led to a decisive Ahom victory against the Mughals, halting their expansion into Assam.

Kaziranga National Park lies partly in Golaghat District and partly in Nagaon District of Assam. It is the oldest park in assam covers an area of 430 Sq kms along the river Brahmaputra on the North and the Karbi Anglong hills on the South.

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Kaziranga National Park lies partly in Golaghat District and partly in Nagaon District of Assam. It is the oldest park in assam covers an area of 430 Sq kms along the river Brahmaputra on the North and the Karbi Anglong hills on the South.

Talimeren Ao He was the first captain of independent India’s first football team, he led the country to the 1948 London Olympics.

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Talimeren Ao He was the first captain of independent India’s first football team, he led the country to the 1948 London Olympics.

Mahim Bora is a prominent figure in the Jonaki era of Assamese literature. He is best known for his famous poetic work "Rangajiya kabi" (The Poet of the Stage), which earned him the sobriquet "Rangajiya kavi".

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Mahim Bora is a prominent figure in the Jonaki era of Assamese literature. He is best known for his famous poetic work "Rangajiya kabi" (The Poet of the Stage), which earned him the sobriquet "Rangajiya kavi".

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”.

Atul Chandra Baruah

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Atul Chandra Baruah

1874

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1874

Anandaram Dhekial Phukan (ADP=AN), a pioneer of modern Assamese prose, is known for using the sobriquet "A Native." He was a prolific writer, journalist, and social reformer who played a significant role in the Assamese renaissance.

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Anandaram Dhekial Phukan (ADP=AN), a pioneer of modern Assamese prose, is known for using the sobriquet "A Native." He was a prolific writer, journalist, and social reformer who played a significant role in the Assamese renaissance.

Chaklong is the traditional and culturally rich marriage ceremony of the Ahom people, an indigenous community of Assam, India.

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Chaklong is the traditional and culturally rich marriage ceremony of the Ahom people, an indigenous community of Assam, India.

The Dhansiri River forms a natural boundary between the Karbi Anglong Plateau and the Naga Hills. It originates in the Naga Hills and flows through Assam before joining the Brahmaputra River.

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The Dhansiri River forms a natural boundary between the Karbi Anglong Plateau and the Naga Hills. It originates in the Naga Hills and flows through Assam before joining the Brahmaputra River.

Rudra Singha, also known as Rudra Singha Suklengmung, was a medieval king of Assam who ruled from 1696 to 1714. He is credited with building the famous Sivasagar Sagar tank, and is known for his military campaigns against the Mughals. He was a powerful and influential king who played a significant role in Assam's history.

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Rudra Singha, also known as Rudra Singha Suklengmung, was a medieval king of Assam who ruled from 1696 to 1714. He is credited with building the famous Sivasagar Sagar tank, and is known for his military campaigns against the Mughals. He was a powerful and influential king who played a significant role in Assam's history.