V. K. Gokak

V. K. Gokak was an Indian poet and writer (1909–1992). He was born at Savanur and died at Mumbai.

Also recorded as Vinayaka; Vinayaka Krishna Gokak.

Overview

Born at Savanur in 1909, died at Mumbai in 1992.

In detail

the recorded working language is Kannada.

Works named in the authority record are Dyava Pruthvi.

Distinctions recorded are Sahitya Akademi Award in Kannada, Jnanpith Award and Padma Shri in literature and education.

Chronology

  1. 1909V. K. Gokak born at Savanur.
  2. 1992V. K. Gokak died at Mumbai.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Vinayaka Krishna Gokak”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q3595870: V. K. Gokak

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