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Rao Bahadur Govind Sakharam Sardesai (17 May 1865 – 29 November 1959), popularly known as Riyasatkar Sardesai, was a historian from Bombay Presidency, India. Through his Riyasats written in Marathi, Sardesai presented an account of over 1,000 years of Indian history until 1848. He also wrote the three-volume New History of Marathas in English. Sardesai's work was recognised with a Padma Bhushan award from the Government of India in 1957.

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  • Full name: Govind Sakharam Sardesai
  • Born: 1865-05-17
  • Nationality: India
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q55760

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Who is Govind Sakharam Sardesai?

Rao Bahadur Govind Sakharam Sardesai (17 May 1865 – 29 November 1959), popularly known as Riyasatkar Sardesai, was a historian from Bombay Presidency, India. Through his Riyasats written in Marathi, Sardesai presented an account of over 1,000 years of Indian history until 1848.

What nationality is Govind Sakharam Sardesai?

Govind Sakharam Sardesai is India.

When was Govind Sakharam Sardesai born?

Govind Sakharam Sardesai was born on 1865-05-17.

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