Correct option is B
Correct Answer: (B) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
Explanation:
→ The national song of India, "Vande Mataram", was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1882.
→ It was part of his novel “Anandamath”, which depicted the Sannyasi Rebellion against British rule.
→ The song became a symbol of Indian nationalism and inspired freedom fighters during the independence movement.
→ The first two verses of “Vande Mataram” were officially adopted as the national song of India in 1937, while the national anthem is different (“Jana Gana Mana”).
Information Booster:
→ Written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1882.
→ Part of the novel Anandamath, set during the Sannyasi Rebellion.
→ Became a patriotic song during the Indian independence movement.
→ Officially adopted as national song in 1937.
→ Sung to invoke nationalism and unity.
→ Inspired leaders like Subhas Chandra Bose, Aurobindo, and others.
→ Continues to be played on national events and celebrations in India.
Additional Information (Other Options):
Option (A) Sharat Chandra Chattopadhyay – Renowned novelist, not author of Vande Mataram.
Option (C) Amir Khusro – Medieval poet and musician; unrelated.
Option (D) Rabindranath Tagore – Wrote the national anthem “Jana Gana Mana”, not the national song.