Ramdhari Singh 'Dinkar'

calendar_today 1908 – 1974 Passed location_on Born in Simaria (Begusarai), Bihar, India auto_stories Modern Era (Adhunik Kaal) / Chhayavad and Pragativad (Progressivism)

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Ramdhari Singh 'Dinkar' was a towering figure in modern Hindi literature, celebrated as the "Rashtrakavi" (National Poet). He was a poet, essayist, and academic who played a significant role during the Indian independence movement. His verses, often written in Veer Rasa (heroic sentiment), provided a clarion call for nationalism and social justice. Beyond his literary contributions, he served as a member of the Rajya Sabha for 12 years and was the Vice-Chancellor of Bhagalpur University.

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Rashmirathi, Kurukshetra, Urvashi, Hunkar, Renuka, and Sanskriti Ke Char Adhyay.

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Born: 23 September 1908
Passed: 24 April 1974
Location: Born in Simaria (Begusarai), Bihar, India
Era: Modern Era (Adhunik Kaal) / Chhayavad and Pragativad (Progressivism)
Born In: Simaria village, Munger district (now Begusarai), Bihar, India.
Total Works: 2
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