Which traditional Assamese festival is also known as Bhogali Bihu? [#2341]

Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu, is a harvest festival celebrated in Assam, India, in the month of Magh (January-February). It marks the end of the harvesting season and is associated with feasting and bonfires. The name "Bhogali" comes from "bhog," which means food and enjoyment, reflecting the celebratory nature of the festival with an abundance of food after the harvest.

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Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu, is a harvest festival celebrated in Assam, India, in the month of Magh (January-February). It marks the end of the harvesting season and is associated with feasting and bonfires. The name "Bhogali" comes from "bhog," which means food and enjoyment, reflecting the celebratory nature of the festival with an abundance of food after the harvest.

The Pala dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom in Assam from 900–1100 CE. The dynasty was the last to rule Kamarupa before it was conquered by the Chutia, Kachari, and Ahom kingdoms.

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The Pala dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom in Assam from 900–1100 CE. The dynasty was the last to rule Kamarupa before it was conquered by the Chutia, Kachari, and Ahom kingdoms.

The Siva Dol was built during the reign of King Shiva Singha of the Ahom dynasty, and constructed in 1734 by his queen, Ambika Kunwari. The Siva Dol is a cluster of three Hindu temples, including the Siva Dol, Vishnu Dol, and Devi Dol, located on the banks of the Sivasagar Tank in Sivasagar Town, Assam. The Siva Dol is said to be the tallest Shiva temple in India, with a height of 104 feet, a perimeter of 195 feet, and an eight-foot high golden dome. The walls are decorated with statues of Hindu gods and goddesses.

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The Siva Dol was built during the reign of King Shiva Singha of the Ahom dynasty, and constructed in 1734 by his queen, Ambika Kunwari. The Siva Dol is a cluster of three Hindu temples, including the Siva Dol, Vishnu Dol, and Devi Dol, located on the banks of the Sivasagar Tank in Sivasagar Town, Assam. The Siva Dol is said to be the tallest Shiva temple in India, with a height of 104 feet, a perimeter of 195 feet, and an eight-foot high golden dome. The walls are decorated with statues of Hindu gods and goddesses.

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.

Ambikagiri Raichoudhury, affectionately called the "Lion of Assam", was a prominent Assamese freedom fighter and poet who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement, particularly in the Quit India Movement. He was a powerful orator and a key figure in mobilizing support for the movement in Assam.

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Ambikagiri Raichoudhury, affectionately called the "Lion of Assam", was a prominent Assamese freedom fighter and poet who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement, particularly in the Quit India Movement. He was a powerful orator and a key figure in mobilizing support for the movement in Assam.

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".

'Asomiya Sahityar Buranji' is a comprehensive history of Assamese literature, written by the renowned Assamese writer and scholar, Devendranath Bezbarua. This work is considered a foundational text in Assamese literary studies, providing valuable insights into the evolution of Assamese literature from its early beginnings to the time of its writing.

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'Asomiya Sahityar Buranji' is a comprehensive history of Assamese literature, written by the renowned Assamese writer and scholar, Devendranath Bezbarua. This work is considered a foundational text in Assamese literary studies, providing valuable insights into the evolution of Assamese literature from its early beginnings to the time of its writing.

The Tripura Buranji is a historical account of the diplomatic relations between the Ahom and Tripura kingdoms. It was authored by Ratna Kandali Sarma Kataki and Arjun Das Bairagi Kataki, who were envoys of the Ahom kingdom.

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The Tripura Buranji is a historical account of the diplomatic relations between the Ahom and Tripura kingdoms. It was authored by Ratna Kandali Sarma Kataki and Arjun Das Bairagi Kataki, who were envoys of the Ahom kingdom.

The Battle of Mohgarh, which took place on April 26, 1824, is considered the last battle fought to revive the independence of Assam. The Ahoms lost the battle to the Mans (Burmese), ending their 600-year rule.

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The Battle of Mohgarh, which took place on April 26, 1824, is considered the last battle fought to revive the independence of Assam. The Ahoms lost the battle to the Mans (Burmese), ending their 600-year rule.

Karbi Anglong plateau is an extension of the Indian Karbi-Meghalaya Plateau or Indian Peninsular Plateau (Deccan Plateau) in Assam, a North Eastern state of India.

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Karbi Anglong plateau is an extension of the Indian Karbi-Meghalaya Plateau or Indian Peninsular Plateau (Deccan Plateau) in Assam, a North Eastern state of India.

The Phulaguri Uprising, also known as the Phulaguri Dhawa, was the first peasant revolt in Assam against British rule. It took place in October 1861 in Phulaguri village, located in the Brahmaputra Valley. The uprising was a reaction to the British Indian Empire's new farm and income taxation policies, which were implemented after the 1857 Indian Rebellion.

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The Phulaguri Uprising, also known as the Phulaguri Dhawa, was the first peasant revolt in Assam against British rule. It took place in October 1861 in Phulaguri village, located in the Brahmaputra Valley. The uprising was a reaction to the British Indian Empire's new farm and income taxation policies, which were implemented after the 1857 Indian Rebellion.