Who is considered the pioneer of the Ek Sarana Nama Dharma (neo-Vaishnavite) movement in Assam?

The correct answer is Srimanta Sankardev . Key Points Srimanta Sankardev, a 15th-16th century saint-scholar, was a colossal figure in Assamese history and culture. He is credited with initiating the Ek Sarana Nama Dharma, a socio-religious reform movement that propagated monotheism and emphasized devotion (Bhakti) to Lord Krishna. His literary and artistic contributions, including Borgeets (devotional songs), Ankiya Nats (one-act plays), and Kirtan-ghosha (a collection of devotional verses), profoundly shaped Assamese language, literature, music, and art.