History of Sylhet

Table of Contents

Introduction

Early History

  • Prehistoric and ancient settlements in the Sylhet region
  • Emergence of the Srihatta Kingdom

Srihatta Rajya (Sylhet Kingdom)

  • History, culture, and governance of the Sylhet Kingdom
  • Notable rulers and dynasties
  • Trade and cultural exchanges during this period

Colonial Era

  • Sylhet under British colonial rule
  • Socio-economic changes and the impact on the region
  • Role of Sylhet in the tea industry

Partition of India

  • Events leading to the partition in 1947
  • Division of the Sylhet between India and East Pakistan (now Bangladesh)

Post-Independence Period

  • Sylhet's role in the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971
  • Socio-economic development in Sylhet after independence

Culture and Heritage

  • Traditional music, dance, and art forms of Sylhet
  • Historical landmarks and architecture
  • Cuisine and traditions of the region

Modern Sylhet

  • Contemporary issues and challenges
  • Sylhet region
  • Economic developments, including remittances from the Sylheti diaspora
  • Tourism in Sylhet

References

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