PM Modi pays tribute to Saratchandra Chattopadhyay on his 150th birth anniversary
On 15 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Bengali writer Saratchandra Chattopadhyay on his 150th birth anniversary.
Summary
Prime Minister Modi said Saratchandra Chattopadhyay's works, translated into every Indian language and several foreign languages, accurately portray 19th-century India, especially rural Bengali society. He also highlighted the writer's commitment to social reform, women's rights and nationalism, and urged young people to read his writings.
Key facts
- Occasion
- 150th birth anniversary — 15 Sep 2026
- Writer
- Saratchandra Chattopadhyay (Bengali)
- Known for
- Depiction of 19th-century rural Bengali society
- Themes
- Social reform, women's rights, nationalism
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Whose 150th birth anniversary was marked on 15 September 2026, with PM Modi paying homage?
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Correct answer: A — Saratchandra Chattopadhyay
PM Modi paid homage to Bengali writer Saratchandra Chattopadhyay on his 150th birth anniversary.
According to PM Modi's tribute, Saratchandra Chattopadhyay's works are known for depicting which society?
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Correct answer: D — Rural Bengali society of 19th-century India
The PM said his works accurately depict 19th-century India, especially rural Bengali society.