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One major literary figure who did involve himself in the struggle in a significant way was Vaikom Muhammed Basheer, whose life (1908-1994) spans most of the twentieth century. Basheer´s literary career covers the decade preceding Indian independence and the greater part of half a century after this landmark in world history, though indifferent health led to much reduced creativity in the 80s and 90s.
Vaikom Muhammad Basheer and controversies are synonymous. Be it his literary career or personal life, another name for Basheer was ‘controversy’. He was born and brought up in a God-fearing Muslim family. In his youth, Basheer fell in love with a Hindu Nair girl. Inter Community marriages were not approved of in that society.
"Vaikom Muhammad Basheer 1908–1994" In Name Me a Word: Indian Writers Reflect on Writing edited by Meena Alexander, 56-65. New Haven: Yale University Press, 2018. New Haven: Yale University Press, 2018.
Jan 23, 1998 · VAIKOM MUHAMMAD BASHEER (1908-1994), whose life spanned most of the twentieth century, is without doubt one of the major figures in modern Indian literature. His literary activity covers the decade preceding Indian independence and the greater part of the half century after this landmark in world history, though indifferent health led to much-reduced activity in the 1980s and 1990s.
Vaikom Muhammad Basheer: A Literary Genius. Balyakalasakhi stands as a testament to the genius of Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, one of the most influential Malayalam writers of the 20th century. His unique writing style, blending humor, realism, and social commentary, has made him a revered figure in the literary world. Conclusion
Vaikom Muhammad Basheer (1908-1994) was one such eminent humanist writer, satirist, and freedom fighter who was born in the present-day district of Kottayam in Kerala. Basheer’s rendezvous with the Indian freedom Movement was inspired by none other than Mahatma Gandhi when the latter came to Vaikom for the famous Vaikom Satyagraha against untouchability.
Vaikom Muhammad Basheer (1908 January 19th - 1994 July 5th) stands as a Sulthan in Malayalam literature. By birth he belongs to Thalayolaparambu of Vaikom in Kerala. His works present a vivid depiction of contemporary society. The subtle features of Basheer’s works made him a world renowned literary figure.
