Unique Features of Ankia Nata

Luhit Nath

Abstract: Sankardeva was an Assamese icon in the medieval period. He was a saint who established the Neo-Vaishnavite movement or EkaSaranaHariNama Dharma in Assam. To establish his religious doctrine he had created so many unique literary and culturally important equipment which makes Assamese culture rich and unique. He created a new Assamese dramatic tradition in fifteenth century A. D. Before his dramatic creation there was no any witness of dramatic work in Assam. There are many folk-drama like putalaNach (dance of puppet), ojapalietc before him. He also travelled many places of Northern India in middle period of his life. From this tour Sankardeva earned many experience to developed his doctrine through literary and culturally.

Keywords: Ankia Nata