Who is known as the Mukutheen Raja (King without Crown) of Assam?
Chakradhar Singha / Kamini Kumar Chanda

Chakradhar Singha, the Ahom king of Assam from 1663 to 1677, is known as the Mukutheen Raja or the King without Crown. He was a great military commander and led the Ahoms to victory in several battles against the Mughals. He was also a wise and just ruler who is remembered for his contributions to Assamese society.

Singha was born in 1645 in Rangpur, present-day Bangladesh. He was the son of Suhungmung, the Ahom king from 1641 to 1648. Singha was a brilliant student and learned Sanskrit and Persian. He also mastered the art of warfare and became a skilled archer and swordsman.

In 1663, Singha succeeded his father as the Ahom king. He immediately set about strengthening the Ahom army and preparing for a war against the Mughals. In 1665, the Mughals invaded Assam but were defeated by Singha's forces. The Mughals were forced to retreat and Singha was hailed as a hero.

Singha was a wise and just ruler. He abolished the practice of sati and promoted education. He also built several temples and monasteries. He is remembered as one of the greatest Ahom kings and his contributions to Assamese society are still evident today.

The title of Mukutheen Raja is a reference to the fact that Singha never wore a crown. He believed that a king should be judged by his actions, not by his symbols of power. He was a humble and down-to-earth ruler who was loved by his subjects.

Singha died in 1677 at the age of 32. He was succeeded by his son, Rudra Singha. Singha's legacy lives on and he is still remembered as one of the greatest Ahom kings. He is a symbol of hope and inspiration for the people of Assam and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.