Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur's 100th Birth anniversary, who is he?

Karpoori Thakur emerged as an exemplary figure in his time, which is why he is referred to as Janayak, a title befitting his adaptability. After his demise in 1988, several leaders emerged from the backward castes, but none paralleled his stature, and none have attained the same status even today.

This announcement was made late on Tuesday (January 23). PM Modi expressed happiness at Karpoori Thakur being honored with the Bharat Ratna. He stated, "I am pleased that the Government of India has decided to bestow the Bharat Ratna upon the great public leader and symbol of social justice, Karpoori Thakur Ji. This decision comes as we celebrate his birth centenary."

PM Modi emphasized Karpoori Thakur's unwavering commitment to the upliftment of Dalits and his visionary leadership, which left an indelible mark on the socio-political fabric of India. This award not only recognizes his remarkable contributions but also inspires us to continue his mission of creating a more just and equal society.

Who was Karpuri Thakur?

Born in Samastipur, Bihar, Karpooriji Thakur served as the Chief Minister of Bihar twice, although he could never complete his term. He is renowned for paving the way for reservations for backward classes and implementing the recommendations of the Mungeri Lala Commission. For this, he had to sacrifice his government. Additionally, he introduced significant changes to the education system of Bihar, including abolishing the requirement of passing English in the matriculation examination.

Karpuri Thakur's son, Ramnath Thakur, expressed gratitude, stating, "We have reaped the fruits of 36 years of penance. I thank the government on behalf of my family and the 15 crore people of Bihar

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