Dhanpat Rai Srivastav (Munshi Premchand)
- Born:
- July 31, 1880, Lamhi, near Varanasi, British India
- Died:
- October 8, 1936, Varanasi, British India
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Novelist, Short Story Writer, Playwright
Early Life and Education
- Born Dhanpat Rai Srivastav, later known as Munshi Premchand.
- Early education received in a local madrasa.
- Studied English and Urdu literature.
- Faced financial hardships early in life, impacting his formal education.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his career as a teacher.
- Started writing under various pen names before settling on Premchand.
- Worked as an assistant editor for the journal 'Awaz'.
- His works often reflected the socio-economic realities of pre-independence India.
- Considered a pioneer of modern Hindi and Urdu social fiction.
Notable Works
- Novels:
- Godaan (The Gift of a Cow)
- Gaban (Embezzlement)
- Nirmala
- Sevasadan (House of Service)
- Rangbhoomi (The Arena of Life)
- Short Story Collections:
- Mansarovar (Collection of over 300 short stories)
- Kafan (The Shroud)
Legacy and Impact
Munshi Premchand's writings left an indelible mark on Indian literature. His works continue to be studied and celebrated for their realism, social commentary, and depiction of rural life. He is regarded as one of the most significant figures in Hindi and Urdu literature.
This entry serves as a Munshi Premchand short biography, focusing on the essential milestones of his life and career.