PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2023
Answer
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation
'The Discovery of India' is a seminal book written by India's first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. He wrote this masterpiece during his imprisonment at the Ahmednagar Fort jail between 1942 and 1946. The book provides a sweeping overview of Indian history, philosophy, and culture, from the Indus Valley Civilization to the British colonial era.
Key Points
- > Written during his incarceration at Ahmednagar Fort.
- > First published in 1946.
- > Nehru also wrote 'Glimpses of World History' and 'An Autobiography'.
- > The classic Indian TV series 'Bharat Ek Khoj' was based on this book.
- > Mahatma Gandhi wrote 'My Experiments with Truth'.
- > Subhas Chandra Bose authored 'The Indian Struggle'.
- > Nehru dedicated the book to the prisoners of Ahmednagar jail.
Additional Information
Books by Freedom Fighters
| Author | Notable Work | Original Language |
|---|---|---|
| J. Nehru | The Discovery of India | English |
| M. Gandhi | My Experiments with Truth | Gujarati |
| B.G. Tilak | Gita Rahasya | Marathi |
| S.C. Bose | The Indian Struggle | English |
Memory Tips
- Connect the first PM of India with the Discovery of India's true ancient heritage.