K. M. Munshi

Indian politician and founder of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

K. M. Munshi - Indian politician and founder of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
Born

December 30th, 1887
137 years ago

Died

1971
54 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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An Indian politician, writer, and educationist, contributed to cultural and educational reforms in India. Founded the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in 1938, an organization dedicated to the promotion of Indian culture and education. Actively engaged in the freedom struggle against British rule and served in various capacities post-independence, including as a member of the Constituent Assembly. Munshi wrote extensively and translated works from classical literature, enriching the Indian literary landscape.

Founded Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

Served in the Constituent Assembly of India

Wrote extensively in English and Gujarati

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