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Assamese Bihu album "Gamusa 2005". Assamese VCD film all song.Credits:Album/Movie : Gamusa 2005 (Assamese VCD Film)Music/ lyrics/tune : Anupam Saikia, Biman ...
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Dec 14, 2022 · The ‘gamocha’, a handwoven rectangular cotton piece of cloth with red borders and different designs and motifs, is traditionally offered to elders and guests as a mark of respect and honour by Assamese people. It is an integral part of all socio-religious ceremonies in the state and is considered as an Assamese identity and pride. Advertisement.
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- The Genesis of The Gamosa
- The Many Types of Gamosa
- The Gamosa’S History
- Gamosa in Assamese Society
The gamosa is worn as a protective headgear while working in paddy fields or in the kitchen garden. During the Bihu festival, youngsters offer gamosa to their elders as a mark of respect and love. The altars of the temple and satras are decorated with gamosa bearing floral motifs along with the words ‘Krishna’, ‘Ram’, ‘Hari’. When Assamese people v...
Based on available documents and research, the gamosaare broadly classified as follows: Uka/xadharon gamosa or Uka gamosa Generally for daily purposes, uka means plain. Hence, this type of gamosa has two red borders on both sides and does not have any design on its aanchal (ends). The length and width of uka gamosa is 150 cm x 70 cm and the type of...
The origin of the word gamosa comes from the Sanskrit word gatro marjoni, which refers to a fabric used to absorb water or to wipe the body after taking a bath or to keep betel nuts, or used as headgear. According to Dr Birinchi Kumar Baruah, gamosa is known as angvastra and came from the word angochha, which means gamosa. The size and functions of...
The gamosa is part and parcel of Assamese culture, and used in all ceremonies, events and functions. It has significance from ancient times as it was known to be widely used at the time of Sri Sri Manta Sankardeva, Sri Sri Madhabdev and Ramananda who used gamosaas headgear when they visited Sankardev’s wife to inform her of his sad demise. The Assa...
Nov 2, 2019 · Woven by 12 weavers in Jorhat who worked on it day and night for six months, the gamosa represented different historical symbols of Assam life like Majuli, the one-horned rhino and even eminent Assamese personalities like Bhupen Hazarika. Source: The Assamese Gamosa which made it to the Guinness Book of World Records!
Apr 25, 2024 · In the vibrant culture of Assam, the Gamosa holds a cherished place as a symbol of tradition and hospitality. Let’s delve into the fascinating world of the Assamese Gamosa—its historical roots, cultural significance, and diverse types.
The 'gamocha', a handwoven rectangular cotton piece of cloth with red borders and different designs and motifs, is traditionally offered to elders and guests as a mark of respect and honour by...
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Dec 26, 2019 · In the ongoing wave of protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) in Assam, the gamosa has featured prominently — as men, women and children tied it on their heads, or draped it around their shoulders. It became an intrinsic part of protest gear. Advertisement.
