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Rajani kanta Bardoloi

Rajanikanta Bardoloi (1889–1963) was a prominent Assamese writer, journalist, and tea planter. He is considered to be one of the pioneers of modern Assamese literature, and his works have had a lasting impact on Assamese culture.

Bardoloi was born in the village of Borpukhuri in Assam. He was educated at the Cotton College in Guwahati and the University of Calcutta. He worked as a journalist for many years, and he also served as the editor of the Assamese literary magazine "Awahan".

Bardoloi's first major work was the novel "Jilani" (1913). This was followed by a number of other novels, including "Miri Jiyori" (The Life of a Miri), "Rani Gaidinliu" (The Rani of Gaidinliu), and "Bairagi" (The Bairagi). He also wrote a number of short stories and essays.

Bardoloi's novels are known for their lyrical beauty and their deep insights into the human condition. He was a master of the Assamese language, and he used it to create some of the most beautiful and moving novels in Assamese literature.

Bardoloi was also a great social reformer, and he used his writing to promote social change. He was a strong advocate for the rights of the poor and oppressed, and he also campaigned against social evils such as caste discrimination and child marriage.

Bardoloi died in 1963, but his legacy lives on. He is considered to be one of the most important figures in Assamese history, and his work continues to be read and enjoyed by people all over the world.

Some of his notable works include:

  • Jilani (1913)
  • Miri Jiyori (The Life of a Miri) (1922)
  • Rani Gaidinliu (The Rani of Gaidinliu) (1935)
  • Bairagi (The Bairagi) (1945)
  • Xuwoni Tora (1952)
  • Manuh (1965)

Bardoloi's work has had a profound impact on the development of Assamese culture. He was a pioneer in the field of Assamese fiction, and his work helped to lay the foundation for the modern Assamese novel. He was also a gifted social reformer, and his work helped to promote social change in Assam. Bardoloi's work is still relevant today, and it is used by scholars and students to study Assamese culture.