Published: 11th May, 2024
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Rabindranath Tagore's birth anniversary (Pachishe Boisakh) is celebrated on May 7, every year. This year marked the 163rd birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore.
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- Rabindranath Tagore, known as the 'Bard of Bengal', was a versatile genius born on 7 May 1861.
- Tagore was a poet, novelist, essayist, philosopher and musician.
- Literary Contributions: Tagore was a prolific writer, composing over 2,000 songs, novels, dance dramas, and short stories. Some of his notable works include "Gitanjali," "Gora," "Ghare Baire," and "Shesher Kobita." Tagore started writing short stories at the age of 16. The famous short stories written by him include Kabuliwala, Kshudita Pashan and Atithi.
- Musical and Philosophical Influence: Tagore's compositions encompassed a wide range of themes. Tagore's best works are Gora, Gitanjali, Rakta Karabi, Ghare Baire, Shesher Kobita, Raja O Rani, Tasher Desh, Dena Paonaand Shanchayita.
- Nobel Prize Laureate: In 1913, Tagore became the first non-European to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature for his profound impact on world literature.
- Contribution to National Anthems: Tagore authored the national anthem of India (Jana Gana Mana) as well as Bangladesh (Amar Shonar Bangla).
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