Who for the first time proved that Assamese Language was totally different from that of Bengali Language?

Who for the first time proved that Assamese Language was totally different from that of Bengali Language?
Banikanta Kakati

 Banikanta Kakati (1894-1952) was a prominent Assamese scholar, linguist, and critic. He was born in Barpeta, Assam, and he studied at Cotton College in Guwahati and the University of Calcutta. He was a professor of English at Cotton College for many years, and he also served as the vice-chancellor of Gauhati University.

Kakati was a prolific writer, and he wrote extensively on Assamese language, literature, and culture. He was also a gifted critic, and he wrote extensively on Assamese literature. He was one of the first critics to use Western literary theory to analyze Assamese literature, and his work helped to introduce Assamese literature to a wider audience.

Kakati was a great scholar, and he made significant contributions to the field of Assamese studies. He was a founding member of the Assam Sahitya Sabha, and he served as its president for many years. He was also a recipient of the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors.

Kakati's work has been translated into several languages, including English, Hindi, and Bengali. He is considered to be one of the most important figures in Assamese history, and his work continues to be read and enjoyed by people all over the world.

Here are some of his notable works:

• Assamese Bhasa O Sahitya (Assamese Language and Literature)
• Purani Assamiya Sahitya (Old Assamese Literature)
• Sahitya Aru Prem (Literature and Love)
• Kalita Jatir Itibritta (History of the Kalita Tribe)
• Pakhila (A collection of essays)

Kakati's work has had a profound impact on the development of Assamese language and literature. He was a pioneer in the study of Assamese language, and his work helped to lay the foundation for the modern Assamese language. He was also a gifted critic, and his work helped to introduce Assamese literature to a wider audience. Kakati's work is still relevant today, and it is used by scholars and students to study Assamese language and literature.