Swami Vivekananda (1863–1902): Bridging Philosophy and Spirituality for the Modern World Early life background and education Coming from an enlightened intellectual group of families, Narendranath Datta, popularly known as Narendra Nath Dutt, or Swami Vivekanand, was born on January 12th,1863, at Kolkata. Mother and father background He was the son of his great father, the … Read more
Raja Ram Mohan Roy – India’s Social Reformer: The Inspiring Story of Raja Ram Mohan Roy (1772-1833) Raja Ram Mohan Roy (1772-1833) was undoubtedly a towering figure in Indian history: his relentless efforts for social and educational reform with its focus on modernization continue to be talked about; hence, Raja Ram Mohan Roy is more … Read more
Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941): Inspiring Across Continents and Generations Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941), affectionately called “Gurudev,” was one of the most multifaceted geniuses—one who was a poet, novelist, musician, artist, and philosopher who remade the literary and cultural map of India and worldwide. His unique voice for literature and social influence also lives on through the decades. … Read more
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad: A Dreamer Leader of India’s Freedom Movement 1100 Words Childhood and Family Background Name:- He was born as Sayyid Ghulam Muhiyuddin Ahmed bin Khairuddin Al Hussaini in 1888 at Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Family Background:- His father, Maulana Khairuddin, was an Indian scholar and Sufi who migrated to Mecca in the aftermath … Read more
Lal Bahadur Shastri: Life of Simple Integrity and Leadership 1200 Words Lal Bahadur Shastri was one of India’s second Prime Ministers; he is generally remembered in the Indian heart for being humble, full of love for the motherland, and very simple. Simple in all the aspects as he was born on 2 October 1904, all … Read more
Jyotirao Govindrao Phule (1827-1890): Revolutionary Thinker and Social Justice Advocate Jyotiba Phule is the other name of this prominent social reformer and thinker from Maharashtra, India. He was born on April 11, 1827, and actively contributed towards voicing opposition against long prevalent social inequality, majorly casteism and the atrocities against women. His works paved the … Read more
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar (1820-1891)) : Educator, Reformer, Visionary – The Inspiring Journey Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar was one of the most influential figures of the 19th-century Bengal Renaissance as a philosopher, a scholar, a reformer, a writer, and active women’s rights worker. His concepts and works significantly contributed to shaping and moulding the modern Indian society. … Read more
Bal Gangadhar Tilak (1856-1920): Father of Indian Unrest and Pioneer of India’s Freedom Struggle Bal Gangadhar Tilak or the “Lokmanya Tilak” is known for being one of the tallest Indian freedom fighters who led and contributed to the fight for freeing India from British colonial domination. His writings, lectures, and continuous activism filled with the fervor … Read more