| Name(s) |
KAKA HATHRASI |
| Date of
Birth |
September 18, 1906
- in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, India. |
| Date of
Death |
September 18, 1995 |
|
Identity |
Indian Satirical
Poet |
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Other Events &
Developments |
- The focus of his literature was to make people aware of
the social and religious evils that were prevalent during
his time.
- He also wrote sharp satires based on corruption and
greed that engulfed India during his time.
- His unique style and sarcasm found its way into the
hearts of people.
- He was named the 'Jan Kavi' or the 'people's
poet'.
- He had inspired the rise of satire through his writing
and poetry so much so that several other aspiring writers
still do the same.
- One of his famous sayings included - "Eat
until you are half full, drink twice the amount of water,
work three times that much and laugh four times as much.
Then you will live to be a hundred and twenty five".
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