Here are the biographical sketches based on the provided points:
1. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Born on April 14, 1891, in Mhow, central India, Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, son of Bhima and Ramji Sankpal, received his surname from a teacher. He earned an M.A. from Columbia University in America and worked as a college teacher. Ambedkar organized satyagrahas and protested against untouchability, becoming the first Law Minister in free India. He played a leading role in drafting the Constitution of India and fought against casteism. He was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1990. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar passed away on December 6, 1956.
2. Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore, a celebrated poet, was born on May 7, 1861, to Maharshi Debendranath Tagore and Sarada Devi. Homeschooled, he became a versatile genius, writing numerous essays, poems, plays, novels, and short stories, often reflecting his love for nature. He founded Visva-Bharati in Santiniketan and won the Nobel Prize for "Gitanjali." Rabindranath Tagore died on August 7, 1941.
3. Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda, a great social reformer and philosopher, was born on January 12, 1863, in Kolkata, to Biswanath Dutta and Bhubaneswari Devi. A follower of Sri Ramakrishna, he attended the World Religions Conference in Chicago in 1893. He established the Ramakrishna Mission. Swami Vivekananda passed away on July 4, 1902.
4. Kazi Nazrul Islam
Kazi Nazrul Islam, the "Rebel Poet," was born on May 24, 1899, in Churulia, Bengal Presidency. Son of Kazi Faqeer Ahmed and Zahida Khatun, he received religious education. He worked as a muezzin and joined a theatrical group before serving in the British Indian Army. As a journalist and writer in Calcutta, he wrote "Bidrohī," "Bhangar Gan," and "Rajbôndīr Jôbanbôndī." He composed nearly 4,000 songs, known as Nazrul Giti. He received the Jagattarini Medal, Padma Bhushan, Ekushey Padak, and Independence Award. Kazi Nazrul Islam died on August 29, 1976, in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
5. Henry Louis Vivian Derozio
Henry Louis Vivian Derozio, a Bengali Indian poet, educator, and social reformer, was born on April 18, 1809, in Kolkata, to Francis Derozio and Sophia Johnson. Educated at the Dhurmotollah Academy and Hindu College, he published "Poems" in 1827. As a professor at Hindu College, he inspired the "Derozians." His major works include "The Fakeer of Jungheera," "The Song of the Stormy Petrel," and "To the Memory of the Late Lord Byron." He advocated for women's education and press freedom, playing a key role in the Bengal Renaissance. He died on December 26, 1831, in Kolkata.
6. Annie Besant
Annie Besant, a British socialist, theosophist, and activist, was born on October 1, 1847, in London, to William Burton Persse Wood and Emily Roche Morris. She was a speaker for the National Secular Society and involved in union actions. She joined the Theosophical Society, becoming its president in 1907. She joined the Indian National Congress and became its first female president in 1917. Her works include "On the Deity of Jesus of Nazareth," "The True Basis of Morality," and "The Case For India." She established the Central Hindu School and the Hyderabad (Sind) National Collegiate Board. Annie Besant died on September 20, 1933, in India.
7. Raja Rammohan Roy
Born in 1772, Raja Rammohan Roy, from a traditional Brahmin family, became a leading reformer. His diverse education fueled his passion for social and religious change. He founded the Brahmo Samaj, advocating monotheism and reform. His writings, like "Tuhfat-ul-Muwahhidin," showcased his progressive views. Roy's key achievements include abolishing Sati, championing women's rights, and promoting modern education. He's revered as the "Father of the Indian Renaissance." He died in 1833, leaving a powerful legacy of enlightenment.
8. Bibhutibhusan Bandyopadhyay
Bibhutibhusan Bandyopadhyay was born to Mahananda Bandyopadhyay and Mrinalini Devi. He was educated at Bangaon High School and Ripon College. He worked as a headmaster at Jangipara High School and Harinavi Anglo-Sanskrit Institution. His famous novels include "Pather Panchali," "Aparajito," "Aranyak," "Icchamati," and "Chander Pahar." He passed away on November 1, 1950.
10. Nandalal Bose
Nandalal Bose was born on December 3, 1882, in Kharagpur, Bihar, to Pumachandra Bose and Kshetramani Devi. He moved to Kolkata in 1897, studied at Calcutta's School of Art, and was influenced by murals. He served as principal of Kala Bhavan, Santiniketan. He was awarded the Padma Vibhushan and titled Deshikottama. He died on April 16, 1966.
11. Stephen Hawking
Stephen Hawking was born on January 8, 1942, to Frank and Isobel Hawking. He was Director of Research at the University of Cambridge, famous for the "Big Bang Theory," "Hawking Radiation," and the "Penrose-Hawking Theorem." He wrote "A Brief History of Time" and continued his work despite physical disabilities. He died on March 14, 2018, at the age of 76.
12. Diego Armando Maradona
Diego Armando Maradona was born on October 30, 1960, in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. He made his professional debut for Argentinos Juniors in 1976. He captained Argentina to victory in the 1986 FIFA World Cup, scoring the "Hand of God" goal against England. He was awarded the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball in 1986 and was a joint winner of the FIFA Player of the 20th Century award. He died on November 25, 2020, in Tigre, Argentina.
13. Charlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin was born on April 16, 1889, in London. He lived with his mother in his childhood. He worked with studios in Hollywood and built his own studio in 1918. He is famous for films like "The Kid," "The Great Dictator," "The Circus," and "The Little Tramp." He was honored with knighthood. He died on December 25, 1977.
14. Khudiram Bose
Khudiram Bose was born on December 3, 1889. The youngest revolutionary, he and Prafulla Chaki hurled a bomb to kill Kingsford, but missed their target. He was sentenced to death, shouting "Vande Mataram."
15. Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was born on July 18, 1918, in Transkei, South Africa, to Gadla Henry Mphakanyiswa and Noqaphi Nosekeni. He studied law at the University of Witwatersrand. He joined the African National Congress and was imprisoned for 27 years. He won rights for Black people and was an embodiment of struggle and freedom. He died on December 5, 2013, in Johannesburg.
16. Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan, born Robert Zimmerman on May 24, 1941, in Duluth, Minnesota, became a defining voice in music. Raised in Hibbing, he absorbed folk and blues, later dropping out of college to pursue music. Songs like "Blowin' in the Wind" and "Like a Rolling Stone" became anthems of the 1960s. A prolific songwriter, he's released over 35 albums, selling over 100 million records. Dylan's impact earned him a Nobel Prize in Literature and numerous other awards, solidifying his status as a musical and cultural icon.
17. Amartya Sen
Amartya Sen, an Indian economist and philosopher, was born on November 3, 1933, in Santiniketan, to Prof. Ashutosh Sen and Amrita Sen. He studied at Presidency College and Trinity College, Cambridge. He taught at various universities, including Harvard. He received the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 1998 and the Bharat Ratna in 1999. His famous works include "Poverty and Famines," "The Political Economy of Hunger," and "The Argumentative Indian."
18. Monohar Aich
Monohar Aich was born on March 17, 1912, in Comilla, Bengal Presidency, to Mahesh Chandra Aich and Chapal Sundari Devi. An Indian bodybuilder, he was the first Indian to win the Mr. Universe title. He joined the Royal Air Force in 1942. Known as "Pocket Hercules," he died on June 5, 2016, in Kolkata at the age of 104.
19. PV Sindhu
Pusarla Venkata Sindhu was born on July 5, 1995, in Hyderabad, to PV Ramana and P Vijaya. She started playing badminton at eight, inspired by Pullela Gopichand. She has won many medals at national and international levels, including an Olympic silver medal in 2016. She received the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award and the Padma Shri Award.
20. Pranab Mukherjee
Pranab Mukherjee was born on December 11, 1935, in Birbhum, West Bengal, to Kamada Kinkar Mukherjee and Rajlakshmi Mukherjee. He completed his MA in Political Science and Law from Calcutta University. He joined the INC in 1969 and served as Finance, Defence, and External Affairs Minister. He was the 13th President of India. He was honored with the Padma Vibhushan and Bharat Ratna. Pranab Mukherjee passed away on August 31, 2020.
21. Lata Mangeshkar
Lata Mangeshkar, the Nightingale of India, was born on September 28, 1929, in Indore, to Deenanath Mangeshkar and Shevanti Mangeshkar. She started her career as a singer and actress, recording songs in 36 Indian languages and a few foreign languages. She sang in movies like "Mother India," "Anarkali," "Shor," "Abhiman," and "Veer-Zaara." She was awarded the Bharat Ratna, Dadasaheb Phalke Award, and Padma Vibhushan. Lata Mangeshkar passed away on February 6, 2022, in Mumbai.
22. Bappi Lahiri
Bappi Lahiri (Alokesh Lahiri), born November 27, 1952, in Jalpaiguri, was a pivotal Indian music composer and singer. From a musical family in Kolkata, he popularized disco in Indian cinema. Known as the "Disco King," he composed for over 500 films, producing hits like "Disco Dancer." His signature gold jewelry and sunglasses were iconic. He won numerous awards, leaving a lasting impact on Indian music. He passed away on February 15, 2022, in Mumbai.
23. KK (Krishnakumar Kunnath)
24. Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray
Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray was born in 1861 in Khulna, Bangladesh, to Harish Chandra Raychowdhury and Bhubanmohini Devi. He was educated at village pathsala, Hare School, Albert School, and Metropolitan College. He earned a B.Sc. and D.Sc. from Edinburgh University. He was a professor at Presidency College from 1889. He was famous for preparing Mercurous Nitrate in the laboratory in 1896 and establishing Bengal Chemical in 1901. He was known as the Father of Indian Chemistry. His literary works include "A History of Hindu Chemistry." He passed away in 1944.
25. Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli was born on November 5, 1988, in Delhi, to Prem Kohli and Saroj Kohli. He showed interest in cricket at the age of three and joined the West Delhi Cricket Academy at nine. He played under coach Rajkumar Sharma. He was selected for the India Under-19 squad in 2006 and won the Under-19 Cricket World Cup as captain in 2008. He made his Test debut against West Indies in 2011 and captained the Indian team from 2014 to 2022. He surpassed Sachin Tendulkar's ODI World Record of 49 centuries and scored a record 765 runs at the ICC Men's World Cup 2023. He has scored more than 8000 runs in Test matches and more than 13000 runs in ODIs. He has been awarded the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri, and Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award.
26. Dhyan Chand
27. Milkha Singh
28. MS Dhoni
29. Sunil Chhetri
30. Sukumar Ray
Sukumar Ray was born on October 30, 1887, to Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury and Bidhumukhi Devi. He attended City College School and graduated with double honors in Physics and Chemistry from Presidency College. He trained in photography and printing technology in England. He was a writer, illustrator, photographer, and publisher of "Sandesh." He is notable for writing "nonsense" rhymes in Bengali, such as "Abol Tabol," "Pagla Dashu," and "HaJaBaRaLa." He passed away on September 10, 1923.
31. Satyajit Ray
Satyajit Ray was born on May 2, 1921, in Calcutta, to Sukumar Ray and Suprava Ray. He started his career as a filmmaker with "Pather Panchali." His film "Aparajito" won a prize at the Venice Film Festival. He received an Oscar for Lifetime Contribution to Cinema and was awarded the Bharat Ratna. He passed away on April 23, 1992.
32. Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury
Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury (Kamadaranjan Ray) was born on May 12, 1863, in Katiadi, Bengal, to Kalinath Ray and Jayatara Devi. He was adopted by Harikishore and renamed Upendrakishore Raychowdhury. He was educated at Maymensingh Zilla School and Presidency College. He was a painter, writer, violinist, and composer. He published his first literary work in "Sakha" in 1883 and later published "Sandesh." He invented several techniques related to halftone block making. He wrote "Seller Katha," "Chheleder Ramayan," "Chheleder Mahabharata," "Tuntunir Boi," and "Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne." He was known as the pioneer of Indian Modern Printing Technology. He passed away on December 20, 1915.
33. Subhas Chandra Bose
Subhas Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897, in Cuttack, Odisha, to Janakinath Bose and Prabhavati Devi. He was educated at Presidency College and Scottish Church College. He did not serve under the British after passing the ICS exam. He was the Mayor of Kolkata in 1930 and President of the National Congress in 1938-39. He escaped to Germany and Japan and formed the INA. He was called Netaji and was famous for his bravery and love for the country.
34. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
35. Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was born on September 5, 1888, in Thiruttani, Madras Presidency, to Sarvepalli Veeraswami and Sithamma. He was educated at K.V. High School, Hermansburg Evangelical Lutheran Mission School, Government High Secondary School, Voorhes College, and Madras Christian College. He wrote a bachelor's degree thesis on "The Ethics of the Vedanta." He was appointed to the Department of Philosophy at Madras Presidency College and later became a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Mysore. He passed away on April 17, 1975.
36. Begum Rokeya
Begum Rokeya Sakhawat Hussain was born on December 9, 1880, in Rangpur, Bengal Presidency, to Zahiruddin Muhammad Abu Ali Haidar Saber and Rahatunnessa Sabera Chaudhurani. She was not allowed to attend school but learned English and Bengali. Her major works include "Pipasa," "Motichur," "Sultana's Dream," "Saogat," "Padmarag," "Boligorto," and "Narir Adhikar." She was known as the pioneer of women's liberation in India and Bangladesh. She passed away on December 9, 1932, in Kolkata.
37. PT Usha
38. Rakesh Sharma
39. Mother Teresa
Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu (Mother Teresa) was born on August 26, 1910, in Yugoslavia, to Nikola Bojaxhiu and Dranafile Bojaxhiu. She was educated in a government school in Albania. She came to Kolkata at the age of 19 and dedicated her life to serving the destitute. She joined the Loreto Convent as a teacher in 1928 and was sent to Darjeeling for training. She founded the Missionaries of Charity in 1950. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 and the Bharat Ratna in 1980. She passed away on September 5, 1997, in Kolkata.
44. Neeraj Chopra: Golden Javelin Thrower
Neeraj Chopra was born on December 24, 1997, in Khandra village, Haryana, to Satish Kumar and Saroj Devi. He pursued education at Dayananda Anglo-Vedic College and Lovely Professional University. A Junior Commissioned Officer in the Indian Army, he achieved national glory by winning India's first track and field gold at the Tokyo Olympics, throwing the javelin 87.58m. His coach attributed his success to his unique body elasticity. He dedicated his medal to Milkha Singh, making the entire nation proud.
45. APJ Abdul Kalam: The People's President
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam was born on October 15, 1931, in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, to Jainulabdeen Marakayar and Ashiamma. He studied at St. Joseph's College and Madras Institute of Technology. Joining DRDO in 1958, he became a key figure in the 1998 Pokhran-II tests and served as India's 11th President. Known as the "Missile Man" and "People's President," he received the Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, and Veer Savarkar Award. He passed away on July 27, 2015, in Shillong.
46. Sir Jagadish Chandra Bose: Pioneer of Science
Jagadish Chandra Bose was born on November 30, 1858, in Rarikhal, Bangladesh. Educated in village schools, St. Xavier's College, and Cambridge, he became a professor at Presidency College. A renowned scientist, he invented the crescograph and potometer, established the Bose Institute in 1917, and wrote the first Bengali science fiction. He died on November 23, 1937.
47. Louis Pasteur: Father of Microbiology
Louis Pasteur was born in 1822 in Dole, France, to a tanner. He earned a doctorate in chemistry and held professorships at Dijon and Strasbourg, later directing the Pasteur Institute. His discoveries included crystal types, germ theory, and cures for anthrax and rabies. He revolutionized disease control and is considered a pioneer in microbiology.
50. Jhulan Goswami: The Chakdaha Express
Jhulan Goswami was born on November 25, 1982, in Nadia, West Bengal, to Nishith and Jharna Goswami. She began playing cricket at 15 and joined the Indian Women's Cricket Team in 2002, making her Test and ODI debuts that year. She took 300 international wickets and served as a bowling consultant. Awards include ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year 2007, Arjuna Award, and Padma Shri. She is known as the "Chakdaha Express."
59. Mahasweta Devi: Voice of the Marginalized
Mahasweta Devi, born on January 14, 1926, in Dhaka, was a powerful writer and activist. Daughter of poet Manish Ghatak and writer Dharitri Devi, she was educated at Patha Bhavan, Viswa Bharati, and Calcutta University. Beginning as a teacher, she married playwright Bijon Bhattacharya. Renowned for her work with tribal communities, her notable works include "Aranyer Adhikar," "Rudali," "Hajar Churasir Maa," and "Jhansir Rani." She received the Sahitya Akademi Award, Jnanpith, Magsaysay, and Padma Vibhushan. She passed away on July 28, 2016.
62. Lila Majumdar: Beloved Children's Author
Lila Majumdar, born on February 26, 1908, in Kolkata, was the daughter of Suroma Devi and Promoda Ranjan Ray. A brilliant student, she excelled in her studies, topping Calcutta University. She taught at Shantiniketan and worked for All India Radio. Her writing career began with a story for Sandesh Patrika, and she became a celebrated children's author. Her famous works include "Baidyanather Bori," "Bok Badh Pala," and "Holde Pakhir Palok." She received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, Rabindra Puraskar, and President's Award. She died on April 15, 2007, in Kolkata.
63. Soumitra Chattopadhyay: A Versatile Icon
Soumitra Chattopadhyay, born in 1935 in Kolkata, was a multi-talented artist. Educated at City College and the University of Calcutta, he began his career at All India Radio. His film debut in Satyajit Ray's "Apur Sansar" launched a remarkable career, with diverse roles in films like "Sonar Kella," "Akash Kusum," "Jhinder Bondi," and "Koni." He was also a prolific theatre actor and director, known for plays like "Rajkumar," "Phera," and "Ghatak Biday." He received the Padma Bhushan, France's highest civilian award, the National Film Award, and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. He passed away on November 15, 2020.
64. Ruskin Bond: Chronicler of the Hills
Ruskin Bond, born on May 19, 1934, in Kasauli, is a beloved Indian author. Educated at Bishop Cotton School in Shimla, he began his writing career early. His notable works include "The Room on the Roof," "A Flight of Pigeons," and "The Blue Umbrella," capturing the essence of life in the hills. He has received the Sahitya Akademi Award (1992), Padma Bhushan (2014), and Lifetime Achievement Award (2007), solidifying his place as a literary treasure.
65. Rituparno Ghosh: Cinematic Visionary
Rituparno Ghosh, born August 31, 1963, in Kolkata, was a celebrated filmmaker. Son of filmmaker Sunil Ghosh, he studied at South Point School and Jadavpur University. Starting in advertising, he debuted with "Hirer Angti." Renowned films include "Unishe April," "Subho Mahurat," "Dahan," "Bariwali," and "The Last Lear." He received 19 National Film Awards, the NETPAC Award, and the Golden Leopard Award. He passed away on May 30, 2013.
66. Abhijit Vinayak Banerjee: Economist of Poverty
Abhijit Vinayak Banerjee, born February 21, 1961, is a Nobel laureate economist. Educated at Presidency College, JNU, and Harvard, he taught at Princeton and Harvard before becoming an MIT professor. His books "Poor Economics" and "Good Economics for Hard Times" are influential. He received the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences for his work on alleviating global poverty.
67. Narayana Murthy: Architect of Indian IT
Narayana Murthy, born August 20, 1946, in Karnataka, is a pioneer of the Indian IT sector. Educated at NIE and IIT Kanpur, he worked at IIM Ahmedabad before co-founding Infosys in 1981. He conceptualized the Global Delivery Model, serving as Infosys CEO for 21 years. He also served on the boards of Unilever, ICICI, and NDTV. He received the Padma Vibhushan and Padma Shri.
68. Pandit Birju Maharaj: Kathak Maestro
Brijmohan Nath Mishra, known as Pandit Birju Maharaj, was born on February 4, 1937. He was a legendary Kathak dancer, composer, and singer from the Lucknow Gharana. Trained by his father, Acchan Maharaj, and uncles, he performed solo at age 7. He taught at Bharatiya Kala Kendra and Kathak Kendra, and founded Kalashram. He choreographed and composed music for films like "Shatranj Ke Khiladi" and "Devdas." He received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, Padma Vibhushan, and a National Film Award. He passed away on January 17, 2022.
69. Bismillah Khan: Maestro of the Shehnai
Bismillah Khan, born on March 21, 1916, was a legendary shehnai player. Trained by Ali Bux, his family were court musicians in Dhumraon, Bihar. He elevated the shehnai from a folk instrument to a classical one. He received prestigious awards including the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan, and the Bharat Ratna. Bismillah Khan's soulful music resonated globally, leaving an indelible mark on Indian classical music. He passed away on August 21, 2006.
70. Meghnad Saha: Pioneer of Astrophysics
Meghnad Saha, born on October 6, 1893, in Sheoratali, Dacca, faced early struggles. Expelled from Dacca Collegiate School for Swadeshi activities, he excelled academically, earning an M.Sc in Mathematics from Presidency College, Kolkata. He became a professor of Physics and Mathematics. He invented the thermal ionization theory and established the Nuclear Physics Institute and contributed to river planning, notably the DVC. He died on February 16, 1956.
71. William Wordsworth: Poet of Nature
William Wordsworth, born on April 7, 1770, in Cockermouth, Cumberland, lost his parents in childhood. Educated at Hawkshead Grammar School and St. John's College, Cambridge, he became a leading figure of Romantic poetry. His first book, "Lyrical Ballads," revolutionized English literature. He is famous for poems like "Solitary Reaper," "Daffodils," "Prelude," and "Tintern Abbey," celebrating nature and human emotion. He died on April 23, 1850, at the age of 80.
72. Satyendranath Dutta
Satyendranath Dutta, born on February 11, 1882, in Nimta, Bengal Presidency, was a renowned Bengali poet. Son of Rajaninath Dutta and Mahamaya Devi, he mastered diverse fields, including medieval Indian history. Known as the "wizard of rhymes," Dutta wrote extensively, reflecting social realities, particularly the lives of the lower classes, as seen in "The Sun." Notable works include "Sandhiksan," "Kuhu O Keka," and translations like "Tirtharenu." He used pseudonyms like Nabakumar and Kaviratna. His writings spanned poetry, novels, essays, and plays. Dutta died on June 25, 1922, in Kolkata. A street in South Kolkata bears his name, honoring his literary legacy.
73. Dr. Manmohan Singh
Dr. Manmohan Singh, born on September 26, 1932, in Gah, Punjab, was India's 13th Prime Minister (2004-2014). Son of Gurmukh Singh and Amrit Kaur, he migrated to India after partition. He earned degrees from Panjab, Cambridge, and Oxford Universities. Marrying Gursharan Kaur, they had three daughters. His career included roles at UNCTAD, the Reserve Bank of India, and as Finance Minister (1991-1996), where he implemented economic liberalization. As Prime Minister, he focused on economic growth and international relations. Awarded the Padma Vibhushan, he is known for his humility and economic reforms. Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away on December 26, 2024.
74. Avani Lekhara
Avani Lekhara, born November 8, 2001, in Jaipur, is India's "Golden Girl" of para-shooting. A spinal cord injury at 11 led her to shooting at 15, inspired by Abhinav Bindra. She debuted internationally in 2017. Avani won gold in the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics' 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1. In the 2024 Paris Paralympics, she achieved two golds, setting a new Paralympic and world record. She also holds multiple IPC World Cup and Asian Para Games medals. Awarded the Arjuna and Khel Ratna, she's a disability rights advocate and law student. Her legacy lies in her resilience, breaking barriers and inspiring millions. Her motto: "Disability is not inability; it's just a different ability."
75. Manu Bhaker
Manu Bhaker, born on February 10, 2001, in Jhajjar, Haryana, is an Indian shooting prodigy, known as the "Golden Girl" and "India's Shooting Star." Inspired by Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, she began shooting at 12, training under Jaspal Rana. Her international debut in 2017 saw rapid success, including multiple ISSF World Cup, Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games medals. She became the youngest Indian to win an ISSF World Cup gold. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she won gold in the 10m air pistol mixed team. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, she secured gold in the 10m air pistol women's event, silver in the 25m pistol women's event, and bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team. Awarded the Arjuna and Khel Ratna, she inspires with her motto, "Believe in yourself, work hard, and never give up."
77. C.V. Chandrashekhar
C.V. Chandrasekhar, born March 14, 1935, in Chennai, was a legendary Indian classical dancer, choreographer, and educator. He learned Bharatanatyam from K.N. Dakshinamoorthy Pillai and Carnatic music from K.N. Srinivasan. A global performer, he innovatively choreographed numerous dance productions and authored "Bharatanatyam." He popularized the art form worldwide, inspiring generations. Honored with the Padma Bhushan, Kalidas Samman, Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, and Kalaimamani Award, he was a "Bharatanatyam Legend." He passed away on June 19, 2024, at the age of 89. His legacy endures, with his words, "Dance is the hidden language of the soul," resonating profoundly.
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