Who among the following is popularly known as 'Bijji'?

Who among the following is popularly known as 'Bijji'? Correct Answer Vijaydan Detha

The correct answer is Vijaydan Detha.

  • Vijaydan Detha:
    • He was born in Jodhpur, 1926.
    • He is famously known as 'Bijji'.
    • He is a prolific writer of Rajasthani folk literature.
    • He is famously known for his book, 'Batan Ri Phulwari'.
    • He was awarded with Rao Siha award in 2011.
    • In 2007, he was awarded with Padma Shri.
    • He was awarded with first Rajasthan Ratan award in 2012.
    • He was also a co-founder of Rupayan Sansthan.

Key Points

  • Recently, Vishesh Kothari translated stories from Detha's 'Baata re fulwari'.
  • The book was named 'Tales from Marwar'.

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