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Kokborok literature can broadly be classified into two major forms: oral literature and written literature. Oral literature consists of various literary forms that are transmitted verbally from one generation to another. Among these forms, proverbs occupy a significant place. It can be observed that every community possesses its own literary tradition, and similarly, every language in the world has its own literature. Folk literature represents one of the richest cultural components of Kokborok literature and is known by different names in different communities. Within Tripuri society, folk literature constitutes an essential and integral part of Kokborok literary tradition. Literature plays an important role in daily life, as it is used to express emotions such as happiness, sorrow, sympathy, and shared experiences. For this reason, literature becomes an inseparable part of human life. Every literary form, even the smallest, carries a deeper meaning and cultural value. Literature does not originate solely from individual expression; rather, it emerges from collective human thought, experience, and social interaction. Proverbs, in particular, gain their identity through continuous social use and communication. Without regular use in society, such expressions cannot be considered proverbs. Over time, literary works, especially those preserved and developed by writers, attain recognition and establish their significance within the literary tradition.