23) Chaolung Sukapha Flashcards
Who is Chaohung Sukapha ?
He is the founder of Ahom kingdom
Why is he in news ?
Recently, Assam CM ordered the arrest of a political commentator who described Sukapha as a “Chinese Invader”
Details of Sukapha ?
1) Founded Ahom kingdom in 13th century
2) Contemporary scholars trace his roots to Burma
3) He reached Brahmaputra valley in Assam with his 9k followers
4) They settled in Charaideo village of Upper Assam
Which language did Sukapha and his followers speak ?
They had their own language and followed their own religion but never imposed it on other people. They also inherited local culture, language and Hindu religion
Importance of him to Assamese culture ?
1) Efforts towards assimilation of different communities and tribes
2) Developed amicable relationships with tribal communities like Sutias, Morans and Kacharis
3) Intermarriages increased in his period
4) Most popularly known as “Father of Bora/Greater Assam”
