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The document discusses the evolution of satras from informal gatherings of the bhakti movement in Assam during the 16th century to established religious institutions by the 17th and 18th centuries, highlighting their interaction with the Ahom court. It details the socio-political context of Assam, the rise of the neo-Vaishnava movement led by Sankaradeva, and the incorporation of diverse ethnic groups into the bhakti tradition. The paper also examines how the movement challenged brahmanical orthodoxy while

Author

Saguir Amed

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