Chakravarthi Rajagopalachari--A Man of Letters

The world of literary studies expands with the elaborate literary canon by means of the endless vision and incessant flow of thoughts cherished by the wizards of intellect. The literary phenomenon obtains the richest returns of wisdom born out of the meditative energy in the creative genius. In this manner, the contribution of literature to mankind is tremendous, having an eternal bearing on the various stages of human life. Literature of every country partakes in the promotion of morality of life and in the elevation of social integration. Indian English Literature too occupies a distinct position through its attributes for the sublimity of thee social purpose. Chakravarthi Rajagopalachari (1878-1972) was affectionately known as Rajaji or 'C.R.' He was a multi-faceted personality. He was a freedom fighter, good speaker, writer, humorist and a humanist. Strongly self-reliant, he had the courage of his convictions and for nearly six decades one of the leading political leaders of the Indian political scenario. After Independence, he succeeded Lord Mountbatten as the Governor General of India. A great representative of the 20 (th) century India, Rajaji with his humanistic fervor enthralls the world of Indian literary creation. Rajaji's speeches and writings achieve the stature of immortality for they connote much for the elevation, both the terrestrial and celestial to be characterized in the life of mankind.