Abstract
Assam serves as an intersection for several cultures languages and quite an influential political power, and all of that is yet to find a full and absolute recognition in the country. The inhabitants of the beautiful state of Assam are a blend of many racial lines, including Aryan, Indo-Iranian, Indo-Burmese, and Mongoloid. All of these races have evolved via an extensive integration process to create the rich and diverse fabric that is Assamese culture. Assam is a state in north-eastern India that has a rich cultural heritage and a unique linguistic identity. The state’s politics is shaped by a complex set of issues, including immigration, development, diversity, and natural resources. Assam is an integral state of the country. However, there have been instances where people from Assam feel that their state is not given adequate recognition or attention by the rest of India. One of the primary reasons for this perception is the geographical distance of Assam from the rest of the country. Assam is located in the north-eastern part of India, and it is not easily accessible by road or rail. This isolation has made it difficult for people from other parts of India to understand the culture, language, and history of Assam. Another reason for the lack of recognition of Assam is the historical neglect by the central government in terms of economic development and infrastructure. This has led to the perception that the state has been left behind compared to other parts of India. Furthermore, there have been instances where the people of Assam have felt discriminated against by the central government. For example, the Assam Accord, signed in 1985 to end a long-standing insurgency in the state, has not been fully implemented by the central government. This has led to a feeling of neglect and mistrust among the people of Assam towards the central government. Moreover, due to the neglect and indifference shown to us by the central government and the people of the rest of the county due to lack of knowledge about the Northeast, it has created a sort of alienation and neglect which has been experienced by the people of these parts of the country. In recent years, there have been efforts to bridge the gap between Assam and the rest of India. The central government has initiated several development projects in the state, and there have been efforts to promote Assamese culture and heritage. However, more needs to be done to address the concerns of the people of Assam and ensure that they feel fully integrated into the Indian Union. This paper will study what is the correlation of Assamese culture, language and politics with the rest of India is and how they are represented and perceived in the rest of the country. It has been found out through research that people from Assam have felt alienated and discriminated against due to the differences they hold in the languages spoken and cultural habits they follow. The ignorance all have resulted in making them feel unheard and insignificant. However, the implication of the study also shows that with time and efforts made by the governments and several institutions, organizations and even individuals, the Assamese culture, language and politics have received significant representation not only in the country but also many parts of the world.
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