Assam GK Topic

Which Is The First Assamese Printed Novel?

The first printed novel in Assamese is Bhanumati, written by Padmanath Gohain Baruah and published in the year 1890. This landmark publication marked the beginning of modern Assamese fiction and laid the foundation for future literary developments in Assam.

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About Bhanumati

  • Title: Bhanumati

  • Author: Padmanath Gohain Baruah

  • Published: 1890

  • Genre: Social Fiction

  • Language: Assamese

  • Significance: First novel to be printed and published in the Assamese language

Bhanumati tells a socially reflective story that combines romance, family dynamics, and moral dilemmas — depicting Assamese society during the late 19th century.