Pandit RaviShankar Shukla (1877-1956)
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | December 31, 1992 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Rs. 1 |
| Quantity | 600,000 |
| Perforation | comb 13 x 13½ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Deep purple |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1379 Stamp Number IN 1432 Yvert et Tellier IN 1177 Stanley Gibbons IN 1529 |
| Themes | Commemoration | Famous people | Headgear | Men | Optical Instruments | Reformers |
Pandit Ravishankar Shukla: A Brief Biography
Table of Contents
Birth and Early Life:
- Date of Birth: August 2, 1877
- Place of Birth: Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
- Ancestry: His ancestors migrated from Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh to Sagar.
Career and Contributions:
- Legal Career:
- Initially worked as a munsif (judge) before resigning to practice law in Raipur.
- Gained prominence as a top lawyer in Raipur.
- Political Engagement:
- Became actively involved in the freedom struggle, working closely with Mahatma Gandhi.
- Dedicated his efforts to awakening political consciousness in Madhya Pradesh.
- Political Roles:
- 1937: Served as the Education Minister and later as the Prime Minister of Madhya Pradesh.
- 1945-1956: Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, during which he achieved significant developments.
Achievements:
- Development of Madhya Pradesh:
- Promoted industrialization and established several universities.
- Instrumental in the commissioning of the Bhilai Steel Plant.
- Led the state through a period of peace and development.
- Merger of States:
- Played a crucial role in the merger of Hyderabad into the Indian Republic, a task praised by Vallabhbhai Patel.
- Social Reforms:
- Advocated for the upliftment of women and was a staunch opponent of illiteracy, purdah, and the dowry system.
- Emphasized the importance of education and social progress.
Personal Traits:
- Known for his deep religious faith and liberal outlook towards other religions.
- Maintained a strong commitment to societal development and the upliftment of marginalized communities.
Death:
- Date of Passing: December 31, 1956
- Age: 79
Pandit Ravishankar Shukla is remembered as a key figure in the development of Madhya Pradesh and a dedicated freedom fighter who contributed significantly to India’s political and social landscape.