Born on 7 May 1861, Tagore transformed literature, music & education in India. Let’s explore 7 inspiring milestones of this timeless icon.
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In 1913, Tagore became the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize for Literature for Gitanjali—a masterpiece of spiritual poetry.
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Tagore founded Visva-Bharati University to unite Indian and global cultures. A place where education meets freedom.
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He penned India’s national anthem Jana Gana Mana and Bangladesh’s Amar Shonar Bangla—a rare global legacy.
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He composed over 2,000 songs blending poetry, melody, and emotion—now known as Rabindra Sangeet.
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Tagore believed in universal humanism over nationalism, promoting peace, dignity & unity beyond borders.
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Tagore wrote poems, plays, essays, short stories & novels—touching hearts across generations.
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Nature was his muse. His writings often reflected the beauty of rivers, trees, birds, and childlike joy.