ROLE OF KURANGANAYANI IN THE MAOMARIA UPRISING
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53555/eijhss.v10i1.253Abstract
This study examines the multifaceted role of Kuranganayani, a Manipuri princess and Ahom queen, during the tumultuous Moamaria Uprising in 18th century Assam. Often relegated to the periphery of historical narratives, Kuranganayani emerges as a key figure whose political acumen and strategic actions significantly influenced the course of the rebellion. This analysis explores her transformation from a diplomatic bride to a pivotal player in Ahom statecraft, focusing on her contributions to undermining rebel control and restoring royal authority. Through an examination of historical texts, oral traditions and literary accounts, the research illuminates Kuranganayani's unique position as a woman who defied conventional gender roles and exercised agency in a period of socio-political crisis. Her legacy as a symbol of resistance, diplomacy and moral fortitude in both Assamese and Manipuri cultures is also explored, emphasizing her enduring impact on regional identity and historical memory.
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