{"id":2927,"date":"2025-05-08T20:06:26","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T14:36:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2927"},"modified":"2025-05-08T20:06:26","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T14:36:26","slug":"assam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/","title":{"rendered":"Assam: History, Polity, Culture, Rivers, National Parks, Mountains, Culture"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Historical_Background_of_Assam\" >Historical Background of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Geography_and_Climate_of_Assam\" >Geography and Climate of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Demographics_of_Assam\" >Demographics of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#State_Symbols_of_Assam\" >State Symbols of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_Polity_and_Administrative_Structure\" >Assam Polity and Administrative Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Rivers_of_Assam\" >Rivers of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Culture_and_Traditions_of_Assam\" >Culture and Traditions of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_Festivals\" >Assam Festivals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_Arts_Crafts_and_Architecture\" >Assam Arts, Crafts, and Architecture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_National_Parks_and_Wildlife_Sanctuaries\" >Assam National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Ramsar_Sites_in_Assam\" >Ramsar Sites in Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites_in_Assam\" >UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Tiger_Reserves_in_Assam\" >Tiger Reserves in Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_has_four_officially_recognized_tiger_reserves_under_Project_Tiger\" >Assam has four officially recognized tiger reserves under Project Tiger:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Economic_Profile_of_Assam\" >Economic Profile of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Economic_Overview_of_Assam\" >Economic Overview of Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_Major_Economic_Centres\" >Assam Major Economic Centres<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_District-wise_Economic_Contribution\" >Assam District-wise Economic Contribution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Unique_and_Notable_Facts_about_Assam\" >Unique and Notable Facts about Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_Government_Programs\" >Assam Government Programs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/assam\/#Assam_FAQs\" >Assam FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h1><b>Assam: History, Polity, Culture, Rivers, National Parks, Mountains, Culture<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam, located in the northeastern region of India, is a gateway to the rest of the Northeast. Known for its tea plantations, silk, rich biodiversity, and vibrant culture, the state plays a central role in the region\u2019s history and economy. Covering 78,438 square kilometers, it ranks 17th in India by area. According to the 2011 Census, Assam has a population of over 31 million. Dispur, a locality in Guwahati, serves as the state\u2019s capital and administrative center.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/indian-states-and-their-capitals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian States and Their Capitals<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Background_of_Assam\"><\/span><b>Historical Background of Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam\u2019s history dates back to ancient times, with references in early texts such as the Mahabharata. The region was once part of the Kamarupa kingdom, followed by successive rule by the Ahoms, who governed for nearly six centuries. The Ahom dynasty successfully resisted Mughal invasions and contributed significantly to the region\u2019s political and cultural identity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During British colonial rule, Assam was annexed into British India after the First Anglo-Burmese War in 1826. It became a separate province in 1874. After independence in 1947, Assam was reorganized, with several northeastern states carved out of its territory over the decades.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2929\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-map.jpg?resize=300%2C209&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-map.jpg?resize=300%2C209&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-map.jpg?w=329&amp;ssl=1 329w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also Read:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2870&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Andhra Pradesh<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Geography_and_Climate_of_Assam\"><\/span><b>Geography and Climate of Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2930\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Geography.jpg?resize=300%2C204&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"204\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam lies south of the eastern Himalayas and is bordered by Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh to the north, Nagaland and Manipur to the east, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram to the south, and West Bengal and Bangladesh to the west.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The state\u2019s geography includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Brahmaputra and Barak river valleys.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rolling hills in the south and east.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tropical rainforests and alluvial plains.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Highest Peak in Assam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Dzorging Peak (also known as Cheleng or Chenghehishon)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elevation: ~1,950 meters (6,397 feet)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location: Dima Hasao district, part of the North Cachar Hills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Significance: It is considered the highest point in Assam. The region is sparsely populated and relatively less explored.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Smallest Recognized Peak<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam does not have a formally recognized \u201csmallest peak.\u201d However, the low-lying hills near the border with Meghalaya and Nagaland, particularly in Karbi Anglong and Cachar, have elevations ranging from 200\u2013400 meters. These areas serve as transitional zones between the plains and hill tracts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Important Mountain Passes in Assam<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Diphu Pass<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Elevation: ~4,000 meters<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: At the trijunction of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and China<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Importance: Though more associated with Arunachal, the pass holds relevance for Assam&#8217;s strategic geography.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Doyang Pass<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Between Assam and Nagaland<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Importance: Used for traditional movement and local trade; lies within hilly terrain of Wokha and Golaghat districts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Khonoma Pass<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Near Assam-Nagaland border<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Importance: Notable for historic military encounters during British expansion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Umrangso Pass<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Dima Hasao district<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Importance: Connects Assam with parts of Meghalaya; important for regional connectivity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Haflong Gap<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Dima Hasao district<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Importance: Key passage within Assam\u2019s hill district; used for rail and road networks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Climate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Assam experiences a tropical monsoon climate:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mild winters from November to February.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy monsoon rains from June to September.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Humid summers with high rainfall and frequent thunderstorms.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Floods are common during the monsoon due to the swelling of the Brahmaputra and its tributaries. The region is also prone to erosion and seasonal landslides in hill areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2916&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arunachal Pradesh<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>Assam: Neighboring States and Boundaries<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam is located in the heart of Northeast India and shares borders with several states and a neighboring country.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Domestic Borders<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arunachal Pradesh to the north<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nagaland and Manipur to the east<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram to the south<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West Bengal to the west<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>International Border<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bangladesh to the southwest<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This central location makes Assam a vital link between mainland India and the Northeast.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Demographics_of_Assam\"><\/span><b>Demographics of Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As per the 2011 Census, Assam had a population of 31.2 million. The population density stands at 398 persons per square kilometer. The sex ratio is 958 females per 1000 males.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Literacy Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The state recorded a literacy rate of 72.2%, with male literacy at 77.9% and female literacy at 66.3%.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Languages Spoken:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assamese (official language)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bengali<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hindi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bodo<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Various tribal languages such as Karbi, Mising, Dimasa, and Rabha<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chattisgarh<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"State_Symbols_of_Assam\"><\/span><b>State Symbols of Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2931\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Symbol.jpg?resize=300%2C225&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Symbol.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Symbol.jpg?w=354&amp;ssl=1 354w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Following are the state symbols for Assam:<\/b><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Symbol<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Name<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Animal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One-horned Rhinoceros (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhinoceros unicornis<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Bird<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White-winged Duck (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asarcornis scutulata<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Tree<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hollong (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dipterocarpus macrocarpus<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Flower<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foxtail Orchid (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhynchostylis retusa<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These symbols reflect Assam\u2019s ecological richness and cultural identity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_Polity_and_Administrative_Structure\"><\/span><b>Assam Polity and Administrative Structure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2932\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Polity.jpg?resize=300%2C201&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Polity.jpg?resize=300%2C201&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Polity.jpg?w=331&amp;ssl=1 331w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam has a unicameral legislature with 126 elected members. The state is governed under the Indian Constitution and has representation in both houses of Parliament.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Assam Current Leadership<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam became a constituent state of India in 1950, forming the political core of the Northeast.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Assam Chief Minister: Himanta Biswa Sarma<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Himanta Biswa Sarma, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party, assumed office as the Chief Minister in 2021. His administration focuses on infrastructure, education, and administrative reforms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Assam Governor: Gulab Chand Kataria<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gulab Chand Kataria has been serving as the Governor of Assam since February 2023. A veteran politician, he brings experience in governance and public affairs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>High Court:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Assam falls under the jurisdiction of the Gauhati High Court, headquartered in Guwahati.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The current Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court is Hon\u2019ble Justice Vijay Bishnoi. He assumed office in February 2023, with a background in the Rajasthan High Court. His tenure includes judicial oversight across Assam and neighboring states.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Assam Administrative Structure<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam elects 14 members to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The state has 7 representatives in the Rajya Sabha, indirectly elected by the members of the legislative assembly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam has a unicameral legislature with 126 elected members.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The state is divided into 35 districts (as of 2023, following recent administrative changes).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is further divided into subdivisions, circles, and villages for local governance and administration.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=1942&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Parks in India<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rivers_of_Assam\"><\/span><b>Rivers of Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam is defined by the Brahmaputra River and its tributaries, which shape its landscape and support its economy through agriculture, transport, and fisheries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Major Rivers:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brahmaputra River: Originates in Tibet and flows westward across Assam, forming the state\u2019s main river system.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barak River: Flows through southern Assam and joins the Meghna in Bangladesh.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subansiri River: Enters Assam from Arunachal Pradesh; known for hydropower development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dhansiri River: Flows through central Assam and joins the Brahmaputra.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manas River: Originates in Bhutan and merges with the Brahmaputra, forming part of a wildlife-rich biosphere reserve.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culture_and_Traditions_of_Assam\"><\/span><b>Culture and Traditions of Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2933\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Festival.jpg?resize=254%2C178&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"254\" height=\"178\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam\u2019s culture is defined by its ethnic diversity, folklore, and traditional art forms. Home to communities like the Assamese, Bodo, Mishing, and Karbi, among others, the state reflects a blend of tribal customs, Hindu practices, and Vaishnavite traditions. Cultural expressions center around festivals, crafts, dance, and music, deeply tied to the land and community life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Classical Dance of Assam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2934\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Classical-music.jpg?resize=192%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"192\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Classical-music.jpg?resize=192%2C300&amp;ssl=1 192w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Classical-music.jpg?w=232&amp;ssl=1 232w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 192px) 100vw, 192px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam has a rich classical dance tradition, primarily represented by Sattriya, recognized as one of India\u2019s eight classical dance forms. It also has a range of traditional folk dances practiced across ethnic communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sattriya is devotional in nature, originally performed in Vaishnavite monasteries (Satras). Folk dances like Bihu are vibrant and group-oriented.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Themes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Devotion, agriculture, fertility, and seasonal change.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Unique Aspect<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bihu dance, performed during the Rongali Bihu festival, is widely recognized for its rhythm, attire, and community participation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Theatre Art of Assam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theatre in Assam has both classical and folk elements, with a long tradition of narrative performance and community drama.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ankiya Nat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A classical form of one-act play introduced by Srimanta Sankardev, performed with music, dance, and dialogue.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bhaona<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Religious plays performed in Satras and villages, focusing on epics and moral tales.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mobile Theatre<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Known as Bhramyaman Theatre, it is a unique Assamese form that travels across towns with full theatrical setups.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Folk Music of Assam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Folk music in Assam reflects everyday life, nature, love, and work. It is deeply rooted in oral tradition and varies across ethnic groups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Types<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bihu songs (spring festival), Tokari geet (devotional), Zikir and Zari (Islamic-influenced), and Ojapali (narrative chanting).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Instruments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dhol, pepa (buffalo horn pipe), toka, and gogona (jaw harp).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Notable Form<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Borgeet \u2013 composed devotional songs by Sankardev and Madhavdev, sung in a classical style.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Classical Music in Assam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam\u2019s classical music tradition is connected to the Bhakti movement and Satriya culture. It blends structured devotional music with indigenous sounds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Focus<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Borgeet, performed with tanpura, khol, and taal in Satras.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Spiritual Connection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Rooted in the Vaishnavite faith, the music conveys spiritual teachings and moral stories.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Assam Performance Traditions<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Performance traditions in Assam include ritual dances, song-theatre forms, and festive drama. These are important for cultural continuity and community expression.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Events mark agricultural festivals, religious observances, and mythological storytelling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Performances are communal, often held in open spaces, prayer halls, or community platforms (Namghar).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_Festivals\"><\/span><b>Assam Festivals<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2933\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-Festival.jpg?resize=254%2C178&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"254\" height=\"178\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bihu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The most celebrated festival, marked by dance, music, and feasts. There are three Bihus \u2013 Rongali (spring), Kongali (autumn), and Bhogali (harvest).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ambubachi Mela<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Held at Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, linked to fertility and goddess worship.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bwisagu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bodo New Year festival celebrated with dance and folk rituals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ali-Aye-Ligang<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Agricultural festival of the Mishing tribe.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jonbeel Mela<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A community fair near Morigaon that includes barter trade and tribal rituals.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hindu, Muslim, and Christian festivals are also widely observed across urban and rural areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_Arts_Crafts_and_Architecture\"><\/span><b>Assam Arts, Crafts, and Architecture<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam is known for its handcrafted textiles, bamboo and cane products, and traditional architecture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2935\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Art-craft.jpg?resize=234%2C192&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"234\" height=\"192\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Assam Notable Crafts:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Silk Weaving<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Known for Muga (golden silk), Eri (peace silk), and Pat (white silk); practiced extensively in Sualkuchi.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cane and Bamboo Work<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Used for household items, mats, baskets, and decorative art.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bell Metal Craft<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sarthebari is known for making utensils and traditional items.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Terracotta and Pottery<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Common in Goalpara and Dhubri districts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Assam Architecture:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Namghars and Satras<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Community prayer halls central to Vaishnavism, especially in Majuli and Barpeta.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ahom Monuments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Rang Ghar, Kareng Ghar, and Talatal Ghar in Sivasagar reflect medieval Assamese architecture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kamakhya Temple<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A major Shakti Peetha with unique Nilachal-style structure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stilt Houses<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: In flood-prone tribal areas, raised bamboo homes are common.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=1584&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constitutional bodies in India<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_National_Parks_and_Wildlife_Sanctuaries\"><\/span><b>Assam National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam is rich in biodiversity, with several protected areas hosting rare and endangered species.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>National Parks in Assam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2936\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Assam-National-park.jpg?resize=273%2C179&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"273\" height=\"179\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam has seven designated national parks:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kaziranga National Park<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Golaghat and Nagaon districts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: One-horned rhinoceros, tigers, swamp deer, migratory birds<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 1,090 sq. km<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manas National Park<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Baksa and Chirang districts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Tiger reserve, elephants, golden langur, Himalayan fauna<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 950 sq. km<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Orang National Park<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Darrang and Sonitpur districts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Rhinos, wild buffalo, and bird species<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 79 sq. km<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nameri National Park<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Sonitpur district<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Elephant habitat, hornbills, and river rafting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 200 sq. km<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dibru-Saikhowa National Park<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Tinsukia and Dibrugarh districts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Semi-wild horses, river dolphins, and swamp forests<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 340 sq. km<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Raimona National Park<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Kokrajhar district<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Golden langur, elephants, and biodiversity corridors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 422 sq. km<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dehing Patkai National Park<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Location: Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Evergreen forests, clouded leopard, and birdlife<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 234 sq. km<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>Assam Notable Wildlife Sanctuaries<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bordoibam Bilmukh Bird Wildlife Sanctuary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bura Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bherjan-Borajan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laokhowa and Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuaries<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ramsar_Sites_in_Assam\"><\/span><b>Ramsar Sites in Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of now, Assam has two wetlands recognized under the Ramsar Convention:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Deepor Beel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Located near Guwahati; a freshwater lake and bird habitat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bordoibam Beelmukh<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Spread across Dhemaji and Lakhimpur; a nesting site for birds and aquatic species<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites_in_Assam\"><\/span><b>UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam has one inscribed UNESCO World Heritage Site and one on the tentative list:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kaziranga National Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Inscribed; known for its rhino population and wetland ecosystem<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manas Wildlife Sanctuary<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Inscribed; noted for its biodiversity and transboundary conservation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Majuli (Tentative List)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 River island known for its Vaishnavite Satras and cultural heritage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tiger_Reserves_in_Assam\"><\/span><b>Tiger Reserves in Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_has_four_officially_recognized_tiger_reserves_under_Project_Tiger\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam has four officially recognized tiger reserves under Project Tiger:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kaziranga Tiger Reserve (Golaghat, Nagaon)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 1,090 sq. km<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Rhinos, tigers, swamp deer, wetlands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manas Tiger Reserve (Baksa, Chirang)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 2,837 sq. km<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Tigers, elephants, and rich birdlife<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nameri Tiger Reserve (Sonitpur)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: Part of the Nameri National Park<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Elephant corridors and forest conservation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Orang Tiger Reserve (Darrang, Sonitpur)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Area: 79 sq. km<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 Known for: Dense grasslands, tigers, and water birds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Profile_of_Assam\"><\/span><b>Economic Profile of Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The economy of Assam is mixed, with agriculture as the primary sector, supported by oil and gas, tea production, tourism, and services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Sectors:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Agriculture:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Major crops include rice, tea, jute, pulses, and oilseeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Plantation Economy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Assam is one of the largest tea-producing regions in the world<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Petroleum and Natural Gas:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The state has major refineries and oil fields, including Digboi and Bongaigaon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Forestry:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Timber, bamboo, and medicinal plants are key resources<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tourism:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kaziranga, Majuli, and Sivasagar are major eco, heritage, and cultural tourism destinations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Major Projects:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Numaligarh Refinery Expansion Project<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam Gas Cracker Project (Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Limited)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam Skill Development Mission (industrial and vocational training)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bharatmala and Inland Water Transport Projects (boosting road and river connectivity)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Overview_of_Assam\"><\/span><b>Economic Overview of Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of Assam for FY 2023\u201324 stood at approximately \u20b95.67 lakh crore, recording a growth rate of around 8.3%.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Assam Sector-wise Contribution (2023\u201324):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Agriculture and Allied Activities:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 19%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Industry (including oil and gas):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 31%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Services:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 50%<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The state\u2019s economy is transitioning, with urbanization and investment in infrastructure, energy, and education gaining ground.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_Major_Economic_Centres\"><\/span><b>Assam Major Economic Centres<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Guwahati:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The largest city, major commercial and logistics hub of the Northeast<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dibrugarh:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Key center for oil, tea, and education<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tinsukia:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Known for oil, tea, and agro-industries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Silchar:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Major town in Barak Valley, hub for trade and higher education<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bongaigaon:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Home to a major refinery and industrial estate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_District-wise_Economic_Contribution\"><\/span><b>Assam District-wise Economic Contribution<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Economic activity in Assam is more concentrated compared to Arunachal Pradesh, with certain districts leading due to infrastructure and industry:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kamrup Metropolitan (includes Guwahati)<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dibrugarh<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tinsukia<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jorhat<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bongaigaon<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Important Transport Hubs in Assam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam has a well-developed transport network, including road, rail, river, and air connectivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Primary airport of the Northeast<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dibrugarh Airport and Silchar Airport:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Key regional air hubs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>National Waterway 2 (Brahmaputra):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Supports inland cargo movement<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Broad Gauge Railway Network:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Connects Assam to major Indian cities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highways and Expressways:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Under Bharatmala and East-West Corridor projects<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unique_and_Notable_Facts_about_Assam\"><\/span><b>Unique and Notable Facts about Assam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>World\u2019s Largest River Island:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Majuli in the Brahmaputra is the largest inhabited river island globally<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tea Capital of India:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Assam contributes over 50% of India&#8217;s tea production<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kaziranga National Park:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for the one-horned rhinoceros<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Diverse Cultural Mosaic:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Assam is home to various ethnic groups, including Bodo, Mishing, Karbi, and Koch-Rajbongshi communities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Historic Ahom Kingdom:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sivasagar was the capital of the Ahom dynasty, known for unique architectural and cultural heritage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>First Oil Well in Asia:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The Digboi oil well, drilled in the 19th century, marked the start of Asia\u2019s oil industry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Strategic Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Assam shares international borders with Bhutan and Bangladesh and serves as a gateway to other northeastern states<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_Government_Programs\"><\/span><b>Assam Government Programs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Orunodoi Scheme<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Objective:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Provide direct financial support to economically vulnerable families.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Features:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Monthly direct benefit transfer of \u20b91,250 to eligible women in low-income households.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Impact:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enhances household income, particularly for health and nutrition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Assam Health Insurance Scheme (Atal Amrit Abhiyan)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Objective:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Offer free medical care to BPL and low-income families.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Coverage:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Up to \u20b92 lakh per individual per year for critical diseases.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Integration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Works alongside Ayushman Bharat for broader coverage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mukhya Mantri Krishi Sa-Sajuli Yojana<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Launched:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2018<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Purpose:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Provide financial support to farmers for purchasing farm equipment.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Support:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One-time grant of \u20b95,000 to small and marginal farmers.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Focus Areas:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mechanization and modernization of agriculture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Swami Vivekananda Assam Youth Empowerment (SVAYEM) Scheme<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Partners:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Assam government initiative<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Aim:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Promote youth entrepreneurship through funding and training.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Focus:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Self-employment and group-based business activities, especially in rural areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gunotsav Assam<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Goal:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Improve quality of school education through regular assessment.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Components:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Evaluation of learning outcomes, infrastructure, and teacher performance.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Implementation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Conducted in government and provincialized schools.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Darpan Portal and Mission Shiksha Setu<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Objective:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enhance transparency in school admissions and administration.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Approach:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Online portal for admission processes and real-time monitoring of academic activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Janata Bhawan Outreach Program<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Purpose:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Public interface initiative for grievance redressal.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Methods:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Citizens can directly register complaints and track resolution through online and physical platforms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Border Area Development Programme (BADP)<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Scope:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Centrally sponsored<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Focus:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Infrastructure and welfare schemes in border areas along Bhutan and Bangladesh.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Districts Covered:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kokrajhar, Dhubri, South Salmara, and other border districts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) \u2013 Assam Focus<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Target:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Improve rural road connectivity across flood-prone and remote regions.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Special Initiative:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Elevated roads and all-weather access to benefit agriculture and emergency services.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Assam Industrial and Investment Policy<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Agency:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Assam Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Projects:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Industrial parks in areas like Sivasagar, Tinsukia, and Goalpara<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2022 <\/span><b>Goal:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Promote manufacturing, logistics, and agro-processing with private investment support.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Are you preparing for UPSC 2025?<\/b><a 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Enroll now!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam, with its fertile plains, vast river systems, and cultural diversity, is central to India\u2019s Northeast in both geography and governance. From world-famous tea gardens and wildlife reserves to grassroots entrepreneurship and strategic transport networks, the state reflects a dynamic blend of tradition and development. For civil service aspirants and policy observers, Assam offers a critical case study in regional growth and federal integration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assam_FAQs\"><\/span><b>Assam FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-2928 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-2928{ position: relative; }#sp-ea-2928 .ea-card{ opacity: 0;}#eap-preloader-2928{ position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 100%;width: 100%; text-align: center;display: flex; align-items: center;justify-content: center;}#sp-ea-2928.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-2928.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-2928.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-2928.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-2928.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1746704227\"><div id=\"sp-ea-2928\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-2928\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-29280\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse29280\" aria-controls=\"collapse29280\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What is the historical significance of Assam in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse29280\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2928\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-29280\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0Assam has a rich history shaped by the Kamarupa kingdom, the Ahom dynasty, and colonial British rule, playing a central role in Northeast India\u2019s cultural and political evolution.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-29281\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse29281\" aria-controls=\"collapse29281\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which major rivers flow through Assam?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse29281\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2928\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-29281\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Brahmaputra and Barak are Assam\u2019s major rivers, along with key tributaries like Subansiri, Dhansiri, and Manas, which support agriculture and biodiversity.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-29282\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse29282\" aria-controls=\"collapse29282\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What makes Assam culturally unique?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse29282\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2928\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-29282\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Assam\u2019s culture blends tribal and Vaishnavite traditions, expressed through festivals like Bihu, classical dance forms like Sattriya, and crafts like Muga silk weaving.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-29283\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse29283\" aria-controls=\"collapse29283\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How many national parks are there in Assam?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse29283\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2928\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-29283\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0Assam has seven national parks, including Kaziranga and Manas, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites known for rhinos, tigers, and rich ecosystems.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-29284\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse29284\" aria-controls=\"collapse29284\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What drives Assam\u2019s economy today?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" 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