Ram Vilas Sharma

Indian poet and literary critic

Ram Vilas Sharma - Indian poet and literary critic
Born

October 10th, 1912
112 years ago

Died

2000
25 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

India

Links & References

Contributed extensively to Hindi literature as a poet and critic. Focused on promoting Hindi language and literature through critical essays and anthologies. Wrote several poetry collections and played a crucial role in the literary movements of his time. Served as an editor for various literary magazines and platforms, influencing the next generation of writers and poets. Received accolades for contributions to Indian literature, highlighting the importance of cultural identity in poetry.

Authored the poetry collection 'Dard ka Sagar'

Edited 'Hindutva' magazine

Contributed significantly to Hindi literary criticism

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