Mahasweta Devi

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Mahasweta Devi

Literature

#650

World Rank

#1575

Historical Rank

Writing

#395

World Rank

#622

Historical Rank

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Why Is Mahasweta Devi Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Mahasweta Devi was an Indian writer in Bengali and an activist. Her notable literary works include Hajar Churashir Maa, Rudali, and Aranyer Adhikar. She was a leftist who worked for the rights and empowerment of the tribal people of West Bengal, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh states of India. She was honoured with various literary awards such as the Sahitya Akademi Award , Jnanpith Award and Ramon Magsaysay Award along with India's civilian awards Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan.

Other Resources About Mahasweta Devi

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Mahasweta Devi?

Mahasweta Devi is affiliated with the following schools:

• Visva-Bharati University
• University of Calcutta