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   Where was Assam originally located?

   • Assam - Ahom, British Rule, Tea Plantations: In the earliest recorded times, Assam was part of Kamarupa, a state that had its capital at Pragjyotishapura (now Guwahati). Ancient Kamarupa included roughly the Brahmaputra River valley, Bhutan, the Rangpur region (now in Bangladesh), and Koch Bihar, in West Bengal state.

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   Where did the name Assam come from?

   • The name Assam is said to be derived from the word asama, meaning “peerless” in the now extinct Ahom language. The neighboring states of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Meghalaya were once part of Assam. The capital, formerly Shillong (now the capital of Meghalaya), was shifted to Dispur, a suburb of Guwahati, in 1972.

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   Why did Assam become a part of British India?

   • The British, whose interests were threatened by those developments, ultimately drove out the invaders, and, after the Treaty of Yandabo was concluded with Myanmar in 1826, Assam became a part of British India.

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   When did Assam become a state of India?

   • Assam became a constituent state of India in 1950. In 1961 and 1962 Chinese armed forces, disputing the McMahon Line as the boundary between India and Tibet, occupied part of the North East Frontier Agency (now Arunachal Pradesh but then part of Assam). In December 1962, however, they voluntarily withdrew to Tibet.

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   2 days ago · Assam is a state in northeastern India. The name Assam is said to be derived from the word ‘asama,’ meaning ‘peerless’ in the now extinct Ahom language. The neighboring states of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Meghalaya were once part of Assam. The capital, formerly Shillong, was shifted to Dispur in 1972.

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   5 days ago · Assam - Ahom, British Rule, Tea Plantations: In the earliest recorded times, Assam was part of Kamarupa, a state that had its capital at Pragjyotishapura (now Guwahati). Ancient Kamarupa included roughly the Brahmaputra River valley, Bhutan, the Rangpur region (now in Bangladesh), and Koch Bihar, in West Bengal state.

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5. menonimus.org › a-synopsis-of-assam-historyA Synopsis Of Assam History - Menonimus

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   Jun 6, 2024 · A Synopsis of Assam History is meant for those who want to get a quick knowledge of Assam History because it is in no way an exhaustive one. It may be called an overview of Assam’s History from the ancient period to the modern period.

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   5 days ago · Like most other Indian states, Assam has a governmental structure that is defined by the national constitution of 1950. The governor, who is the head of state, is appointed by the president of India and is assisted by a popularly elected unicameral legislature and a Council of Ministers led by a chief minister, who is head of government.

7. www.indianholiday.com › historical-places-in-assamHistorical Places in Assam All History Buffs Must Visit

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   May 30, 2024 · 8 Historical Places in Assam All History Buffs Must Visit. Natural beauty, rich wildlife, serene waterfalls, and vibrant culture – are all of the things Assam is known for! But what most people don’t know is that Assam has a history dating back to the 10th century.

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8. www.studyiq.com › articles › ahom-revoltAhom Revolt, History, Dynasty, Causes, Leaders and Outcome

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   May 28, 2024 · Ahom Revolt History. A revolt against British rule over Assam was launched in 1828 by Gomdhar Konwar, a prince of the Ahom royal family, and his friend Dhanjay Borgohain. The process of extending British rule into Assam was completed by the end of 1828.

9. sivasagar.assam.gov.in › about-us › history-sivasagarHistory of Sivasagar | Sivasagar | Government Of Assam, India

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   Jun 4, 2024 · Sivasagar, formerly known as Rangpur, was the capital of the Ahom Kingdom from 1699 to 1788. The Ahoms ruled Assam for six centuries, until their kingdom fell to the Burmese in 1819 and their ruling class was all but wiped out.