When did Ashoka invade Kalinga? [#671]

Ashoka, an Indian emperor of the Maurya Dynasty, invaded Kalinga in 261 BC. The Kalinga War was fought in the 8th year of Ashoka's reign. The Kalinga War was a brutal battle that killed 100,000 people and took 150,000 captives. Ashoka was moved by the suffering of the defeated people and renounced armed conquests. He adopted Buddhism during this time.

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Ashoka, an Indian emperor of the Maurya Dynasty, invaded Kalinga in 261 BC. The Kalinga War was fought in the 8th year of Ashoka's reign. The Kalinga War was a brutal battle that killed 100,000 people and took 150,000 captives. Ashoka was moved by the suffering of the defeated people and renounced armed conquests. He adopted Buddhism during this time.

Majuli is a large river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam. It is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest river island. Majuli is not only geographically significant but also culturally rich, known for its Vaishnavite monasteries (satras) and unique cultural traditions. However, it faces a significant threat from erosion.

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Majuli is a large river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam. It is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest river island. Majuli is not only geographically significant but also culturally rich, known for its Vaishnavite monasteries (satras) and unique cultural traditions. However, it faces a significant threat from erosion.

Siva Singh

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Siva Singh

Goa

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Goa

The Patkai Bum range forms a natural boundary between India and Myanmar, also known as Burma. This mountain range is part of the Indo-Myanmar Ranges and extends through the northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Manipur. The Patkai Bum range is part of the Arakan Mountains and merges into the Naga Hills after running southwards. The Patkai Bum range is located in the eastern part of India and is associated with the Himalayan mountain systems and the Eastern Ghats. The name Patkai comes from the Tai-Ahom language, where "Pat" means to cut and "Kai" means chicken.

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The Patkai Bum range forms a natural boundary between India and Myanmar, also known as Burma. This mountain range is part of the Indo-Myanmar Ranges and extends through the northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Manipur. The Patkai Bum range is part of the Arakan Mountains and merges into the Naga Hills after running southwards. The Patkai Bum range is located in the eastern part of India and is associated with the Himalayan mountain systems and the Eastern Ghats. The name Patkai comes from the Tai-Ahom language, where "Pat" means to cut and "Kai" means chicken.

General Sir Archibald Campbell was the Commander-in-Chief of the British East India Company's forces in India. He led the British forces to victory in the First Anglo-Burmese War (1824-1826) and negotiated the Treaty of Yandaboo on behalf of the British.

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General Sir Archibald Campbell was the Commander-in-Chief of the British East India Company's forces in India. He led the British forces to victory in the First Anglo-Burmese War (1824-1826) and negotiated the Treaty of Yandaboo on behalf of the British.

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.

Ayurveda, an ancient Indian medical text, is considered the "Science of Life," offering insights into traditional Indian medicine and wellness.

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Ayurveda, an ancient Indian medical text, is considered the "Science of Life," offering insights into traditional Indian medicine and wellness.

1, 2, 4, 1, 5, 12, 7, 8, 5, 1, 16, 17, 12 = 1, 1, 1, 2, 4, 5, 5, 7, 8, 12, 12, 16, 17 Total numbers of values N = 13 Hence median value = (N + 1)/2 = (13 + 1)/2 = 7th 7th Number = 5

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1, 2, 4, 1, 5, 12, 7, 8, 5, 1, 16, 17, 12 = 1, 1, 1, 2, 4, 5, 5, 7, 8, 12, 12, 16, 17 Total numbers of values N = 13 Hence median value = (N + 1)/2 = (13 + 1)/2 = 7th 7th Number = 5

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Krishna Kumar Mitra

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Krishna Kumar Mitra