Who was the chief deity of the Ahoms? [#798]

The ahoms followed their own religious beliefs right from the time they began to rule in Assam. Their chief deity was Somdev.

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The ahoms followed their own religious beliefs right from the time they began to rule in Assam. Their chief deity was Somdev.

The Dehing Patkai Rainforest is often referred to as the "Amazon of the East" due to its vast expanse and rich biodiversity, similar to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is one of the largest surviving tropical lowland rainforests in India.

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The Dehing Patkai Rainforest is often referred to as the "Amazon of the East" due to its vast expanse and rich biodiversity, similar to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is one of the largest surviving tropical lowland rainforests in India.

The headquarters of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is located in Maligaon, Guwahati, Assam. The NFR is one of the 18 railway zones of the Indian Railways. It is responsible for the operation and expansion of the rail network in the Northeastern states and some districts of eastern Bihar and northern West Bengal.

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The headquarters of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is located in Maligaon, Guwahati, Assam. The NFR is one of the 18 railway zones of the Indian Railways. It is responsible for the operation and expansion of the rail network in the Northeastern states and some districts of eastern Bihar and northern West Bengal.

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.

Vice President

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Vice President

3.5 m

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3.5 m

Ahom King Rajeswar Singha built the Navagraha Temple in Guwahati, Assam in 1752 AD. The temple is dedicated to the nine planets of Hindu astronomy, known as the Navagrahas.

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Ahom King Rajeswar Singha built the Navagraha Temple in Guwahati, Assam in 1752 AD. The temple is dedicated to the nine planets of Hindu astronomy, known as the Navagrahas.

The Banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) is the national tree of India. It was adopted as the national tree in 1950. The Banyan tree is native to the Indian subcontinent and can be found in tropical and subtropical parts of India. It is a member of the fig family and can live and regenerate for thousands of years. Banyan trees are the largest trees in the world by canopy coverage. The Banyan tree and the Peepal tree are among the most revered trees in India.

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The Banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) is the national tree of India. It was adopted as the national tree in 1950. The Banyan tree is native to the Indian subcontinent and can be found in tropical and subtropical parts of India. It is a member of the fig family and can live and regenerate for thousands of years. Banyan trees are the largest trees in the world by canopy coverage. The Banyan tree and the Peepal tree are among the most revered trees in India.

Bhaskarvarman

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Bhaskarvarman

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.

Nitipal, also known as Nitai, was the last king of the Chutiya dynasty. He ruled alongside his legendary wife, Queen Sadhani.

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Nitipal, also known as Nitai, was the last king of the Chutiya dynasty. He ruled alongside his legendary wife, Queen Sadhani.