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    Which of the following Indians won the Nobel Prize in Literature ?
    Question

    Which of the following Indians won the Nobel Prize in Literature ?

    A.

    Rabindranath Tagore

    B.

    A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

    C.

    Mahatma Gandhi

    D.

    Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

    Correct option is A

    Rabindranath Tagore won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 for his collection of poems "Gitanjali". He was the first non-European and the first Indian to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature. Tagore's literary work, steeped in universal human values, reflects his deep connection to Indian traditions and global themes.

    Key points:
    ● Tagore is known as "Gurudev" and was a polymath who contributed to literature, music, and art.
    ● "Gitanjali" includes poems that emphasize spirituality and human connection.
    ● He also composed India’s national anthem, "Jana Gana Mana."
    ● His works have been translated into multiple languages, spreading his influence worldwide.
    ● Tagore founded the Visva-Bharati University in Shantiniketan, West Bengal.
    ● His literary contributions remain celebrated globally.

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