Mahadevi Varma
Indian poet and activist, literary works
Born
March 26th, 1907
118 years ago
Died
September 11th, 1987
38 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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Contributions to Hindi literature included poetry, essays, and children's literature. Composed notable collections such as 'Yama' and 'Gauripath'. Worked in education and served as a principal at a women's college. Actively participated in the Indian independence movement and promoted women's rights through writing and activism.
Authored the celebrated poetry collection 'Yama'
Awarded the Jnanpith Award in 1982
Contributed to women's education in India
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