Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti is celebrated on May 7th according to the Gregorian calendar and on the 25th day of the Bengali month of Boishakh according to the Bengali calendar. This year, in 2024, Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti fell on Wednesday, May 8th.

Rabindranath Tagore was a Bengali polymath who reshaped Bengali literature and music, as well as Indian art in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He isrenowned as a poet, novelist, essayist, short-story writer, dramatist, songwriter, and composer. His iconic song “Jana Gana Mana” is the national anthem of India and “Amar Sonar Bangla” is the national anthem of Bangladesh.

Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti is a day to celebrate his life and legacy. In West Bengal, the day is filled with cultural events, such as performances of Tagore’s plays and music, recitals of his poetry, and discussions of his work. Schools and universities often hold special programs to celebrate Tagore’s life and achievements.

Rabindranath Tagore FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about Rabindranath Tagore:

Who was Rabindranath Tagore?

• Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) was a Bengali polymath – a person of great learning in many subjects.
• He was a poet, novelist, essayist, short-story writer, dramatist, songwriter, composer, philosopher, and social reformer.

What are his most famous works?

• Tagore is most famous for his poetry, particularly the collection Gitanjali, which won him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913.
• He is also known for composing Rabindra Sangeet, a genre of Bengali music, and for writing the national anthems of India (“Jana Gana Mana”) and Bangladesh (“Amar Sonar Bangla”).

What was his significance?

• Tagore is considered a key figure in the Bengali Renaissance and helped introduce Indian culture to the West.
• He was a prolific writer who left a lasting impact on Bengali literature and music.
• His advocacy for social reform and his critique of colonialism earned him respect worldwide.

What other interesting facts are there about him?

• Tagore was the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature.
• He renounced his knighthood from the British Raj in protest of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
• He established an experimental school that emphasized creativity and connection with nature.

Where can I learn more about Rabindranath Tagore?

• You can find many biographies and critical works about Tagore online and in libraries.
• Many of his poems and other writings have been translated into English and other languages.
• You can also find recordings of his music and performances of his plays online.