Ancient history of Assam

 

   Ancient history of Assam 

Q. Write about the status of women in ancient Kamrupa.

Ans: In the bronze plate, the queens of ancient Kamrupa were highly praised. They were intellectuals and religious. 

Specially, Duttadevi ( wife of Samudra Barman) , Ratna Devi ( wife of Bol Barman) , Vijanayawati ( wife of Bhuti Barman) were few significant names.

In the bronze plate of Banamala Barman , the mention of Devadashi custom and construction of temples of Hetukasolin  by the king in the place of Devadashi can be found.

The prevalence of Devadashi custom proves the practice of dance and music among women of a particular section.

The statues carved in the walls of the old temples are seen in the form of dancing and playing various instruments.

Probably, the women of this period were extremely talented and different fields.