Bangla Janapith Literary Award Winners Commemoration
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | June 5, 1998 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Rs. 2 |
| Quantity | 400,000 |
| Perforation | comb 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Bistre brown |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1628 Stamp Number IN 1683 Yvert et Tellier IN 1394 Stanley Gibbons IN 1792 |
| Themes | Commemoration | Famous people | Literary People (Poets and Writers) | Men | Women |
Table of Contents
Commemorative Stamp Set:
Jnanpith Laureates in Bengali Literature
Design Elements:
The stamp design might feature:
- Portraits: Portraits of the three distinguished Jnanpith Laureates:
- Shri Bishnu Dey (1909-1982)
- Shri Tarashankar Bandopadhyay (1898-1971)
- Smt. Ashapurna Devi (1909-1995)
- Literary Elements: Imagery representing their notable works, such as books or motifs related to their contributions.
- Symbolic Imagery: Elements reflecting the essence of their literary contributions, such as themes from their major works.
Description of Laureates:
- Shri Bishnu Dey (1909-1982):
- Award Year: 1971
- Notable Work: Smriti Satta Bhavishyat
- Contributions: His poems reflect a deep consciousness of India’s past, present, and future. As an art critic, he significantly contributed to the appreciation of Rabindranath Tagore and Jamini Roy’s paintings.
- Shri Tarashankar Bandopadhyay (1898-1971):
- Award Year: 1966
- Notable Work: Ganadevata
- Contributions: His novel portrays the impact of industrialization on rural Indian life, capturing the socio-economic changes and the effects on traditional caste systems.
- Smt. Ashapurna Devi (1909-1995):
- Award Year: 1976
- Notable Work: Pratham Pratishruti
- Contributions: Renowned for depicting Bengali women’s lives and struggles, her work offers a profound narrative of women’s experiences in the 19th century. She has been honored with various awards, including the Padma Shri.
Cultural and Historical Significance:
This stamp set honors the immense contribution of these three eminent Bengali writers to Indian literature. Their works have enriched the literary landscape and provided profound insights into social, economic, and cultural issues. The stamp celebrates their achievements and their role in reflecting and shaping the cultural fabric of India.
Usage:
The commemorative stamp set is designed for philatelists, literary enthusiasts, and anyone interested in Indian literature and the contributions of these significant writers.
Significance:
The issuance of this stamp set pays tribute to the lasting legacy of Shri Bishnu Dey, Shri Tarashankar Bandopadhyay, and Smt. Ashapurna Devi. Their contributions to literature and their impact on Bengali and Indian culture are recognized and celebrated through this special commemorative stamp.