Kazi Nazrul Islam
Country: Bangladesh 🇧🇩
Recognition: National Poet of Bangladesh
Biography
Kazi Nazrul Islam (1899–1976) was a Bengali poet, writer, musician and anti-colonial voice, widely known as the Rebel Poet. His writing and songs are associated with resistance to oppression, equality, freedom and human dignity. Bangladesh officially recognizes him as its National Poet.
Literary contribution
His poetry, songs, essays and other writings helped shape modern Bengali literature. His work frequently challenged social injustice and religious and social divisions.
Sources
- Banglapedia — search for “Kazi Nazrul Islam”.
- Encyclopaedia Britannica: Kazi Nazrul Islam.
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