Harivansh Rai Bachchan: Biography, Facts and Career
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Harivansh Rai Bachchan (né Srivastava; 27 November 1907 – 18 January 2003) was an Indian poet and writer of the Nayi Kavita literary movement (romantic upsurge) of early 20th century Hindi literature. He was also a poet of the Hindi Kavi Sammelan. Bachchan is best known for his early work Madhushala. He was the father of Amitabh Bachchan, and grandfather of Shweta Bachchan Nanda and Abhishek Bachchan. His wife Teji Bachchan was a social activist. In 1976, he received the Padma Bhushan for his service to Hindi literature.
Quick facts about Harivansh Rai Bachchan
- Full name: Harivansh Rai Bachchan
- Born: 1907-11-27
- Nationality: India
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q9575
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Who is Harivansh Rai Bachchan?
Harivansh Rai Bachchan (né Srivastava; 27 November 1907 – 18 January 2003) was an Indian poet and writer of the Nayi Kavita literary movement (romantic upsurge) of early 20th century Hindi literature.
What nationality is Harivansh Rai Bachchan?
Harivansh Rai Bachchan is India.
When was Harivansh Rai Bachchan born?
Harivansh Rai Bachchan was born on 1907-11-27.
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