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How many eras can the History of Assam be divided into?
How many eras can the History of Assam be divided into?
- 6 eras
- 4 eras (correct)
- 3 eras
- 5 eras
Which epic is considered as the highest source of the Prehistory period of Assam?
Which epic is considered as the highest source of the Prehistory period of Assam?
- Kalika Puran (correct)
- Arthasastra
- Mahabharata
- Harshacharita
In ancient times, what was Assam known by the name of?
In ancient times, what was Assam known by the name of?
- Charaideo
- Pragjyotisha (correct)
- Guwahati
- Kaliabor
Who was the earliest king of Pragjyotishpur?
Who was the earliest king of Pragjyotishpur?
From which place was Mahiranga Sanskritized?
From which place was Mahiranga Sanskritized?
Who is the author of the text 'History of Assam'?
Who is the author of the text 'History of Assam'?
According to Ramayana, who was the founder of the kingdom of Pragjyotisha?
According to Ramayana, who was the founder of the kingdom of Pragjyotisha?
What was the ancient name of Assam as mentioned in the Ramayana and Mahabharata?
What was the ancient name of Assam as mentioned in the Ramayana and Mahabharata?
Who founded the Bhauma dynasty according to historical sources?
Who founded the Bhauma dynasty according to historical sources?
Who killed Ghatakasura, another significant figure in the history of Assam?
Who killed Ghatakasura, another significant figure in the history of Assam?
According to pre-history sources, who was the mother of Narakasura?
According to pre-history sources, who was the mother of Narakasura?
Which group of people did Ghatakasura rule over?
Which group of people did Ghatakasura rule over?
Who was killed by the first Naraka King Narakasura and established the Bhauma dynasty?
Who was killed by the first Naraka King Narakasura and established the Bhauma dynasty?
"Yogini Tantra" and which other medieval text were compiled in the region of Assam?
"Yogini Tantra" and which other medieval text were compiled in the region of Assam?
"Yogini Tantra" is dedicated to the worship of two goddesses. One is Kali and the other one is:
"Yogini Tantra" is dedicated to the worship of two goddesses. One is Kali and the other one is:
"According to which of the following ‗Purana‘, the temple of Kamakhya was in the center of Kamarupa?"
"According to which of the following ‗Purana‘, the temple of Kamakhya was in the center of Kamarupa?"
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Eras of Assam History
Eras of Assam History
The History of Assam is divided into 4 eras.
Source of Assam's Prehistory
Source of Assam's Prehistory
Kalika Puran is considered the highest source.
Ancient Name of Assam
Ancient Name of Assam
In ancient times, Assam was known as Pragjyotisha.
Earliest King of Pragjyotishpur
Earliest King of Pragjyotishpur
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Mahiranga's Sanskritization Place
Mahiranga's Sanskritization Place
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Author of 'History of Assam'
Author of 'History of Assam'
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Founder of Pragjyotisha (Ramayana)
Founder of Pragjyotisha (Ramayana)
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Ancient Name of Assam in Epics
Ancient Name of Assam in Epics
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Founder of Bhauma Dynasty
Founder of Bhauma Dynasty
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Killer of Ghatakasura
Killer of Ghatakasura
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Mother of Narakasura
Mother of Narakasura
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Ghatakasura's Ruling People
Ghatakasura's Ruling People
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Who Killed Ghatakasura?
Who Killed Ghatakasura?
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Medieval Texts Compiled in Assam
Medieval Texts Compiled in Assam
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Goddess of Yogini Tantra
Goddess of Yogini Tantra
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Kamakhya Temple's Location
Kamakhya Temple's Location
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Study Notes
History of Assam
- The History of Assam can be divided into several eras.
Prehistory Period of Assam
- The epic Mahabharata is considered the highest source of the Prehistory period of Assam.
Ancient Assam
- In ancient times, Assam was known as Pragjyotishpur.
- The earliest king of Pragjyotishpur was Bhagadatta.
- Mahiranga was Sanskritized from a place called Mahiangalaya.
Kingdom of Pragjyotisha
- According to Ramayana, Bhagadatta was the founder of the kingdom of Pragjyotisha.
- The ancient name of Assam mentioned in the Ramayana and Mahabharata is Pragjyotisha.
Bhauma Dynasty
- The Bhauma dynasty was founded by Pushyavarman.
- Ghatakasura was killed by Pushyavarman.
- Ghatakasura ruled over the Mech people.
- Narakasura's mother was Diti, according to pre-history sources.
- The first Naraka King Narakasura killed Ghatakasura and established the Bhauma dynasty.
Yogini Tantra
- The Yogini Tantra and the Kalika Purana were compiled in the region of Assam.
- The Yogini Tantra is dedicated to the worship of two goddesses: Kali and Tara.
Temple of Kamakhya
- According to the Kalika Purana, the temple of Kamakhya was in the center of Kamarupa.
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