Saratchandra Chattopadhyay
On 15th September, 2026, Prime Minister paid tribute to legendary Bengali novelist and short story writer Saratchandra Chattopadhyay on his 150th birth anniversary.
About Saratchandra Chattopadhyay
- Born in 1876, Saratchandra Chattopadhyay was a celebrated Indian novelist and short-story writer known for psychological realism, social criticism and empathy for marginalised communities.
- His writings particularly explored women’s lives and agency within orthodox social structures.
Role in the Freedom Movement
- Revolutionary Literature: His 1926 novel Pather Dabi, depicting revolutionary resistance to British rule, was banned by the colonial government.
- Political Participation: He served as President of the Howrah District Congress (1921–1936) and participated in ....
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