Rabindranath Tagore, India’s great poet, philosopher, and Nobel laureate, shaped literature, music, and education. His works are key for RPSC 2nd Grade English Exam.
Born on 7 May 1861 in Calcutta, Tagore grew up in a cultured Bengali family. His childhood was filled with music, poetry, and learning.
Sent to England in 1878 for higher studies, but returned without a degree. Later, he redefined education through Santiniketan and Visva-Bharati.
Tagore began writing poetry young. His works include poems, novels, plays, and short stories, blending Indian tradition with universal human values.
Gitanjali won Tagore the Nobel Prize in 1913. Its verses reflect spirituality, devotion, and universal love.
Tagore composed Jana Gana Mana (India’s national anthem) and Amar Shonar Bangla (Bangladesh’s anthem). His patriotism had a global vision.
In 1901, Tagore founded Santiniketan, later Visva-Bharati University. His model promoted freedom, creativity, and learning in nature.
Tagore believed in universalism, harmony, and spiritual freedom. He opposed narrow nationalism, promoting unity of mankind.
Important works: Gitanjali, Gora, The Home and the World, Kabuliwala, Red Oleanders. Themes include love, social reform, and spirituality.