Gandhi, Nehru, Tagore and Other Eminent Personalities of Modern India
Gandhi, Nehru, Tagore and Other Eminent Personalities of Modern India
Gandhi, Nehru, Tagore and Other Eminent Personalities of Modern India is a comprehensive book that explores the lives, ideas, philosophies and contributions of some of the most influential personalities in modern Indian history. It examines the roles of Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru and Rabindranath Tagore, alongside other eminent figures who contributed to India's freedom struggle and socio-economic development.
The book presents the biographies, intellectual contributions and achievements of these personalities, helping readers understand how their ideas influenced India's political, social, cultural and national development. It also explores the continuing relevance of their thoughts in contemporary India.
The section on Mahatma Gandhi examines his ideas on Satyagraha, non-violence, morality, religion, Swaraj, democracy, Swadeshi, education, social reform and international peace. It also discusses his views on the Indian National Congress, the Constitution and the relationship between political objectives and ethical means.
The section on Jawaharlal Nehru covers his humanism, nationalism, secularism, socialism, scientific outlook, economic planning, freedom of the press, international relations, non-alignment and Panchsheel. The section on Rabindranath Tagore explores his views on patriotism, education, politics, British rule, literature, music and philosophy.
In addition to these three major figures, the book provides focused profiles of other eminent personalities associated with modern India. Drawing on historical and academic sources, it brings together information that may otherwise be scattered across different references.
Key Highlights
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Detailed coverage of Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru and Rabindranath Tagore
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Biographical sketches and major achievements
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Gandhi's philosophy of Satyagraha, non-violence and Swaraj
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Nehru's ideas on nationalism, secularism, socialism and scientific development
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Tagore's contributions to literature, education, art and philosophy
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Other eminent personalities associated with modern India
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Historical perspectives on India's independence movement
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Analysis of the contemporary relevance of their ideas
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Useful for UPSC Civil Services Prelims and Mains
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Suitable for other competitive examinations and general readers interested in modern Indian history
Book Details
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Edition: 32nd Edition, 2026
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Pages: 312
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Binding: Paperback
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ISBN-10: 81-7930-983-5
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ISBN-13: 9788179309834
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Authors: A. V. Prem Nath, M. Sridevi, Priyadarshi Kar, R. Vidya and Sabina Chawla
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Hindi Edition: Available