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Mahadevi Varma was an Indian writer, women’s rights activist, freedom fighter, educationist and poet, best known for her contribution to the Chhayawadi movement of Hindi literature. She has been also addressed as the “Modern Meera.” Varma had witnessed India both before and after independence. She was one of those poets who worked for the wider society of India. Mahadevi’s works won her some prestigious Indian Literary Awards and recognitions, such as ‘Padma Bhushan’, ‘Sahitya Akademi Fellowship’, and ‘Padma Vibhushan’. She won the Jnanpith Award for her collection of poems “Yam”. Her poetry was known for its characteristic ways and romanticism. Though married at a young age, Mahadevi mostly stayed away from her husband, only met him occasionally. She died in Prayagraj (Allahabad) at the age of 80. Many of the works of Mahadevi Varma have been included in the curriculum of Hindi schools in India.
Biography of Mahadevi Varma
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Mahadevi Verma, a prominent figure in Hindi literature, left an indelible mark as a poet, artist, and advocate. She was a pivotal figure in the Chhayavad movement, celebrated for her emotionally rich poetry delving into themes of nature and human emotions. As a staunch advocate for women’s education, she led a prestigious women’s college and tirelessly promoted women’s voices in literary realms. Verma’s exceptional contributions were recognized with several accolades, including the esteemed Jnanpith Award, solidifying her legacy as a legendary figure in Hindi literature. Mahadevi VermaMahadevi Varma, born March 26, 1907, and passed away on September 11, 1987, was a renowned Indian Hindi-language poet, essayist, and sketch-tale writer. She is considered one of the leading figures in Hindi literature’s Chhayawadi era and has been compared to the Modern Meera. Poet Nirala praised her as “Saraswati in the vast temple of Hindi Literature.”
Who is Mahadevi Verma?Mahadevi Verma was a renowned Hindi poet, novelist, and feminist. She was born in 1907 in Varanasi, India, and began writing at a young age. She went on to publish numerous collections of poetry and prose, as well as essays and pla Copyright ©tiedame.pages.dev 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||