Which company first discovered crude oil in Assam, and in which year? [#2451]

The Assam Railways and Trading Company Limited (AR&T Co. Ltd.) first discovered crude oil in Assam in September 1889. The company dug the first well in the Digboi field.

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The Assam Railways and Trading Company Limited (AR&T Co. Ltd.) first discovered crude oil in Assam in September 1889. The company dug the first well in the Digboi field.

Sukapha, the founder of the Ahom dynasty, established his first kingdom at Charaideo in 1253. Charaideo remained a significant historical and cultural center for the Ahom people for many years, even after the capital was moved to other locations.

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Sukapha, the founder of the Ahom dynasty, established his first kingdom at Charaideo in 1253. Charaideo remained a significant historical and cultural center for the Ahom people for many years, even after the capital was moved to other locations.

Srimanta Sankaradeva was a 15th-16th century Assamese polymath, saint-scholar, social reformer, poet, playwright, and the principal figure in the Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam. His teachings, known as Ekasarana Dharma, centered on devotion to Lord Krishna and advocated for a casteless society. He established Sattras (monasteries) and Namghars (prayer halls) which became vital socio-religious institutions. Sankaradeva's prolific literary works include Borgeets (devotional songs), Ankia Naats (plays), and he is credited with developing the classical dance form Sattriya. His influence profoundly shaped Assamese culture and continues to resonate today.

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Srimanta Sankaradeva was a 15th-16th century Assamese polymath, saint-scholar, social reformer, poet, playwright, and the principal figure in the Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam. His teachings, known as Ekasarana Dharma, centered on devotion to Lord Krishna and advocated for a casteless society. He established Sattras (monasteries) and Namghars (prayer halls) which became vital socio-religious institutions. Sankaradeva's prolific literary works include Borgeets (devotional songs), Ankia Naats (plays), and he is credited with developing the classical dance form Sattriya. His influence profoundly shaped Assamese culture and continues to resonate today.

Pink Granite deposits have been discovered in the Ajagar Hills of Goalpara district, Assam. These hills are part of the Garo-Rajmahal Gap and are known for their mineral wealth.

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Pink Granite deposits have been discovered in the Ajagar Hills of Goalpara district, Assam. These hills are part of the Garo-Rajmahal Gap and are known for their mineral wealth.

Toka is a popular and easily available musical instrument used in Assamese folk Music. Toka is made of Bamboo, and bamboo being the most common produce of the forests of Assam, it is used abundantly by Assamese folk musicians.

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Toka is a popular and easily available musical instrument used in Assamese folk Music. Toka is made of Bamboo, and bamboo being the most common produce of the forests of Assam, it is used abundantly by Assamese folk musicians.

Hidimba

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Hidimba

Meghalaya was formed on January 21, 1972, when it was carved out of the state of Assam. Meghalaya was first established as an autonomous state within Assam in 1970. Meghalaya was formed by carving out two districts from Assam: the United Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills, and the Garo.

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Meghalaya was formed on January 21, 1972, when it was carved out of the state of Assam. Meghalaya was first established as an autonomous state within Assam in 1970. Meghalaya was formed by carving out two districts from Assam: the United Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills, and the Garo.

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 Indian National Congress passed the Purna Swaraj resolution in its Lahore session on 26th December 1929. The resolution demanded 'Purna Swaraj' or the complete freedom from the British.

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The Indian National Congress passed the Purna Swaraj resolution in its Lahore session on 26th December 1929. The resolution demanded 'Purna Swaraj' or the complete freedom from the British.

Rudra Baruah is referred to as the "Luit Konwar" (Prince of the Brahmaputra) in Assamese literature. He was a renowned singer, composer, lyricist, musician, and actor who made significant contributions to Assamese music and cinema.

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Rudra Baruah is referred to as the "Luit Konwar" (Prince of the Brahmaputra) in Assamese literature. He was a renowned singer, composer, lyricist, musician, and actor who made significant contributions to Assamese music and cinema.

The Kamakhya Temple is situated in the Nilachal Hills of Guwahati, which falls under the Kamrup Metropolitan district of Assam, India.

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The Kamakhya Temple is situated in the Nilachal Hills of Guwahati, which falls under the Kamrup Metropolitan district of Assam, India.