Which former Prime Minister of India wrote “Kaidi Kavirai Ki Kundalian,” a poetic compilation, while being lodged in jail?
- I.K. Gujral
- Lal Bahadur Shastri
- Chandra Shekhar
- Jawaharlal Nehru
- Atal Bihari Vajpayee
The Correct Option is B
Approach Solution - 1
The question asks us to identify which former Prime Minister of India authored the poetic compilation "Kaidi Kavirai Ki Kundalian" while being imprisoned. To determine the correct answer, let's analyze each option:
- I.K. Gujral: He was the 12th Prime Minister of India and is not known for any literary work related to imprisonment.
- Lal Bahadur Shastri: He was the 2nd Prime Minister of India and indeed wrote "Kaidi Kavirai Ki Kundalian" during his time in jail.
- Chandra Shekhar: He served as the 8th Prime Minister of India, but there is no notable record of him writing such a compilation while in jail.
- Jawaharlal Nehru: The 1st Prime Minister of India and a well-known writer, but he did not author the work in question.
- Atal Bihari Vajpayee: The 10th Prime Minister of India and a renowned poet, but "Kaidi Kavirai Ki Kundalian" is not credited to him.
Given the above analysis, the correct answer is Lal Bahadur Shastri. He composed "Kaidi Kavirai Ki Kundalian" when he was incarcerated during the freedom struggle, reflecting his literary inclinations and his experience during that time.
Approach Solution -2
The former Prime Minister of India who wrote "Kaidi Kavirai Ki Kundalian" while being lodged in jail is Lal Bahadur Shastri.
This poetic compilation was penned by Shastri during his time in prison. Shastri, known for his humble and resilient nature, utilized his time in confinement to express his thoughts and reflections through poetry. His work showcases his literary talent and provides a unique insight into his experiences and philosophies during a challenging period of his life.
To contextualize further, Shastri was a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement and later succeeded Jawaharlal Nehru as the Prime Minister of India. His ability to craft poetry during imprisonment highlights his depth as both a statesman and a writer.
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