Symposium Celebrates Charita Literature at Assam Royal Global University
Symposium on Charita literature held at RGU
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A symposium on Charita literature was held at The Assam Royal Global University in Guwahati, Assam, focusing on biographical narratives of key figures in the Vaishnavite movement. Keynote speaker Dhruba Jyoti Borah highlighted the importance of Charita Puthi in Assamese culture and literature.
- 01The symposium focused on Charita literature, particularly Charita Puthi.
- 02Key figures discussed include Srimanta Sankardev and Sri Madhavdev.
- 03Dhruba Jyoti Borah emphasized the living tradition of Charita Puthi.
- 04The event aimed to engage young learners in Assamese literary heritage.
- 05Gauhati University vice-chancellor highlighted the significance of Charita Puthi.
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A symposium on Charita literature took place at The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) in Guwahati, Assam, fostering discussions about the rich tradition of Charita Puthi. This form of literature includes biographical narratives of significant figures like Srimanta Sankardev and Sri Madhavdev, central to the Vaishnavite movement in Assam. In his keynote address, Dhruba Jyoti Borah, former president of Asam Sahitya Sabha, stressed that Charita Puthi is a living tradition, integral to religious and cultural practices. The event aimed to spark interest among young learners regarding Assamese literary heritage, with Nani Gopal Mahanta, vice-chancellor of Gauhati University, underscoring its foundational role in Assamese literature.
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The symposium aims to enhance appreciation and understanding of Assamese literary traditions among young learners, fostering cultural heritage.
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