ANCIENT HISTORY OF ASSAM

                                        

ANCIENT HISTORY OF ASSAM

Q. Write about the language, literature and educational system of ancient Kamrupa .

Ans: 

a) Educational institution: In ancient Kamrupa, education was mostly imparted in ' gurugriha' , Sanskrit tols and village schools. The rulers of Kamrupa endorsed the spread of education and provided royal aid for the same.

The kings like Sthita Barman , Bhaskar Barman were themselves well- learned individuals.

b) Subjects or Disciplines: In addition to the four Vedas the educational centres also imparted knowledge on Ayurveda , Dhanurveda , Tantra , Vedanga , History, Puranas etc.

Astronomy, Vaterinery, Music,Dance etc. were also given equal importance.

c) Language: Sanskrit was the most prevalent language in ancient Kamrupa. It was both used  by the common people as well as the language for the administration of the royal activities.

In addition to Sanskrit, the Tibeto - Burmese languages and old Assamese languages were given equal importance in ancient Kamrupa.

d) Art and Crafts: The statues and other archaeological figures found in digs showed the intricate craftsmanship of the artists.