Category: GS Five

131ST KRISHAK SWAHID DIVAS

The celebration of the 131st edition of Krishak Swahid Divas to pay tribute to the 140 martyrs of the Patharughat peasants uprising of 1894 held with a three-day long programme at Patharughat in Darrang. Patharughat Uprising of Assam (1894) Took

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RTI PORTAL

Assam State Government developed an online RTI portal to enhance transparency and public access to information. Portal URL: https://rtionline.assam.gov.in. Development: Created by NIC, Assam, under the guidance of the administrative reforms, training, pension and public grievances (ARTPPG) department and the

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JONAKI CINEMA HALL

Jonaki Cinema Hall Jonaki Cinema Hall, established in 1937, is the first movie theatre in Assam, is located in Tezpur. It symbolizes the visionary spirit of Rupkonwar Jyoti Prasad Agarwala, a pioneer of Assamese cinema and culture. Historical Significance: Jonaki

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DEMOGRAPHIC DIVIDEND IN NORTHEAST

North East India, with its distinct demographics and youthful population, presents both challenges and opportunities for economic transformation. Realising the region’s demographic dividend is crucial for sustainable growth. Key Aspects of the Demographic Profile Working-age Population Growth Significant rise in

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DAY AGAINST SUPERSTITIOUS BELIEFS

The Assam Government has declared May 13 as the ‘Day Against Superstitious Beliefs’ to raise awareness about the harmful effects of superstitions and promote scientific literacy, rational thinking, and critical decision-making. Background: This date marks the death anniversary of Padma

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TYAGBIR HEM BARUAH

Tyagbir Hem Baruah was a prominent figure in Assam’s socio-political and literary spheres. Known for his revolutionary zeal and literary contributions, he earned the title “Tyagbir” (symbolizing self-sacrifice) for his dedicated efforts towards social reform and political freedom. Hem Barua

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DR. BIRENDRA KUMAR BHATTACARYYA

The Lohia Vichara Vedi, Kerala, in collaboration with the Dr. Birendra Kumar Bhattacharyya Memorial Trust, organized a webinar on December 29 to commemorate the birth centenary of Dr. Bhattacharyya. Career: He was a notable writer, educator, and journalist, he also

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