In Memory of G.G. Parekh: Freedom Fighter, Gandhian Socialist, Editor Janata Weekly
‘Freedom Fighter Dr. G G Parikh Passes Away’; ‘Reliving with Gandhiji – Our Days with GG’; G.G. Parikh: A Short Biographical Note.
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At 100, He Remembers How He Fought for Freedom: Interview with G.G. Parekh
In this long interview taken last year when he turned 100, the freedom fighter spoke about his experiences during the freedom movement, his work at the Yusuf Meherally Centre and life as a Gandhian Socialist.
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Remembering Yusuf Meherally on His 75th Death Anniversary – 2 Articles
On his death at the young age of 47, Jayaprakash Narayan said, “The manifestation of Yusuf Meherally’s dedicated life will be the biggest manifestation after the invention of Mahatma Gandhi’s life. I will always feel this way.
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G.G. Parikh 100: A Socialist who Practised and Promoted Gandhian Values All His Life
In Mumbai, on 30 December 2024, we celebrated the 100th birthday of Dr. GG Parikh (GG), a person who dedicated his life to rid the world of inequalities and establish a society free from exploitation.
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In Memory of Acharya Narendra Deva and Sarojini Naidu – 2 Articles
On his 69th death anniversary, remembering Acharya Narendra Deva’s contribution to India’s socialist movement and freedom struggle, his literary work on Buddhism, and more. Also: “Sarojini Naidu: A Poet, Patriot and Pioneer”.
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Karpoori Thakur: A Centennial Appraisal
A discussion of some of the key elements that made Karpoori Thakur one of the tallest socialist leaders in Bihar. It discusses some of the important contemporary implications of the politics that Thakur espoused and practised.
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Commemorating Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur: Some Personal Family Anecdotes
An article commemorating the birth centenary one of the most noble persons in India’s politics, Karpoori Thakur, social reformer and two-time chief minister of Bihar.
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In the Age of Hindutva, Why Madhu Dandavate’s Legacy Must Be Cherished
Remembering Madhu Dandavate, one of the finest socialists of India, whose birth centenary falls this month. He was born on January 21, 1924.
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Remembering Yusuf Meherally, a Prominent Freedom Fighter Largely Forgotten Today
Associated with Mahatma Gandhi since 1927, he participated in the freedom struggle, was imprisoned several times, founded (with others) the Congress Socialist Party (CSP), and played a crucial role during the Quit India movement.
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Socialists and ‘Sanghis’: A Decades-Long Love-Hate Relationship
In the context of Satya Pal Malik’s decision to reveal the “truth” about the Pulwama attack, the author discusses Malik’s decision to part ways with Modi – and says this is part of an old socialist ethos of immense ideological fluidity.
