Mahasweta Devi
Mahasweta Devi (1926–2016) was an Indian human rights defender, writer and poet.
Overview
Born at Dhaka in 1926, died at Kolkata in 2016.
In detail
Mahasweta Devi studied at University of Calcutta and Visva-Bharati University. the recorded working language is Bangla.
The field of work recorded is poetry and belletristic literature.
Employment is recorded with University of Calcutta.
Works named in the authority record are Hajar Churashir Maa.
Distinctions recorded are Sahitya Akademi Award in Bengali, Ramon Magsaysay Award, Banga Bibhushan and Jnanpith Award.
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