Khalekdad Chowdhury
Khalekdad Chowdhury (2 February 1907 - 16 October 1985) is a reputed Bangladeshi writer, playwright and novelist. In recognition of his contribution to Bengali language and literature, the government of Bangladesh posthumously awarded him the country's second highest civilian award Ekushey Padak in 2018.[1]
Khalekdad Chowdhury | |
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খালেকদাদ চৌধুরী | |
| Born | 2 February 1907 Netrokona, Bengal Presidency, British India |
| Died | 16 October 1985 (aged 78) |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Awards | Ekushey Padak (2018) |
Early life
Chowdhury was born on 2 February 1907 at Changaon village under Madan Upazila in Netrokona District of the then British India (now Bangladesh) to Nawab Ali Chowdhury and Nazmunnessa Chowdhury.[2] He was the eldest of the eight sons and two daughters of his parents.[2]
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gollark: are you suggesting we stop free speech to get rid of an ideology you don't like, tronzoid?
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References
- "21 named for Ekushey Padak". The Daily Star. 9 February 2018. Retrieved 25 April 2019.
- "দুই বাংলাতেই তিনি ছিলেন খ্যাতিমান লেখক". www.prothom-alo.com. Retrieved 25 April 2019.
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