Pushya Varman [SEP] noble family
Pushyavarman
Pushyavarman (Reign 350–374) was the first historical ruler of Kamarupa (Assam) in eastern India, who established the Varman dynasty in 350 AD.
Tenure.
Pushyavarman encouraged Vedic culture to flourish in his country. Brahminical influence was widespread during his reign. He maintained cultural, political and diplomatic relationship with other states under Gupta Empire, most notably rulers of stature like Samudra Gupta. One of Pushyavarman's sons was Samudravarman, who married Datta Devi. The name of the queen of his great contemporary, Samudra
Kamrupi food homogenous to certain extent with nearby eastern states of West Bengal and Bihar. Mustard seeds and coconut is generously used in cooking, while ginger, garlic, pepper and onions are extensively used. Traditional utensils are made of bell metal though stainless steel is quite common in modern times.
Notable people.
- Pushya Varman
- Bhaskar Varman
- Kumarila Bhatta
- Minanatha
- Chand Sadagar
- Ananta Kandali
- Bhattadeva
- Bakul Kayastha
- Haradatta Choudhury
- Birdatta Choudhury
- Haribara