Munshi Premchand Jayanti (31.07.2024) – A Look at the Legacy of a Great Hindi Literary Figure

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Introduction

Munshi Premchand was born on 31st July 1880 in Lamhi, Varanasi in a poor family. His mother name was Anandi devi and father’s name was Munshi Aazayab Rai. His father was post master in the village of Lamahi, Varanasi. Premchand’s childhood education was started in the village only. He studied in the Parshi language there. His parents were died when premchand was very young. He got married in the age of fifteen.

Munshi Premchand Jayanti
Munshi Premchand Jayanti

Premchand’s full name was Dhanpatrai Srivastava. He was the famous writer and renowned for his famous novels, stories and several other writings. He has written many stories and novels in various languages like Hindi, Urdu, Parasi etc.

Famous Stories of Munshi Premchand on Youtube-

Courtesy by Prasar Bharati Archives –

There are famous short stories videos are available on the Youtube for free. Out of which the collection of Prasar Bharti Archives was quite impressive. Find below the list of such videos :

Famous books written by Munshi Premchand

He has written famous books, novels and stories during his entire period. Find below the names of some his books :

  1. Nirmala
  2. Sevasadan
  3. Gaban
  4. Godan
  5. Rangbhumi
  6. Premashram
  7. Prema
  8. Karmbhumi
  9. Shatranj ke khiladi
  10. Namak Kaa Daroga

Premchand was also a good patriot. He wrote a collection of stories, which was full of patriotism. This book was banned by the english rulers at that time.

Quiz on Munshi Premchand Jayanti

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