Premchand, born Dhanpat Rai Srivastav (31 July 1880 – 8 October 1936), was an Indian writer famous for his modern Hindi-Urdu literature. He is also known as Munshi Premchand, Munshi being an honorary prefix.
Novelist and Short Story Writer: He was a pioneer of Hindi and Urdu social fiction. His works reflect the realities of the society. He is known as the 'Upanyas Samrat' ("Emperor among Novelists") by Hindi writers.
Early Life and Education: Premchand was born in a village near Varanasi. He faced financial hardship early in life.
Literary Career: He started writing under the pen name "Nawab Rai," but later switched to "Premchand." His works often dealt with themes of poverty, social issues, and the plight of the common man.
Notable Works: Some of his most famous novels include Godaan, Gaban, Nirmala, and Sevasadan. His short stories are equally celebrated for their realistic portrayals of Indian society. He also authored several plays.
Influence: Premchand's writings had a profound impact on Indian literature and continue to be widely read and studied. He wrote about the Indian independence movement.
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