Part of: GS-I: Personalities in Indian national movements
Context: PM pays tribute to Subramania Bharati on his 100th Punya Tithi
About Subramania Bharati
A Tamil writer, poet, journalist, Indian independence activist, social reformer and polyglot
Popularly known as “Mahakavi Bharathi” (“Great Poet Bharathi”), he was a pioneer of modern Tamil poetry and is considered one of the greatest Tamil literary figures of all time.
His numerous works included fiery songs kindling patriotism during the Indian Independence movement.
He fought for the emancipation of women, against child marriage, stood for reforming Brahminism and religion. He was also in solidarity with Dalits and Muslims.
