Draft:Shivaji

• Comment: See also Draft:Shivawatar choudhary. -- DoubleGrazing (talk) 16:52, 25 July 2024 (UTC)

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Shiv Avtaar Choudhary (Shivaji)

Born: 1921, on the occasion of Mahashivratri

Died: 29 June 2010

Mother: Yashoda Devi Father: Shri Baldev Chaudhary (both parents died in his childhood)

Place of Birth: Khunti.[1], approximately 25 km east of the subdivision headquarters. He was born in his maternal home in the village of Landup, located at the foothills of the historical Dombari mountain, an area associated with the struggle of Lord Birsa Munda [2].

Education Shiv Avtaar Choudhary received his early education at Khunti Board School, residing at his maternal home in the villages of Jojohatu Chodor and Vechagudu. He completed his matriculation from Khunti High School. He pursued further studies at Inter Roche School (B.A.), B.N. College Patna [3], and later, Patna Law College. After passing the law exam, he briefly worked as a high school teacher before transitioning to a legal career in 1949.

Career Choudhary was a notable advocate and served as the Head Examiner for several subjects at the Chotanagpur Law College for many years. He held the position of AGP in Khunti Court and contributed significantly to the legal field.

Literary Contributions Shiv Avtaar Choudhary was a prolific writer and poet. His notable works include:

- Kuch Oos, Kuch Angor (Poetry) - Included in the Honors Course of the Nagpuri Regional Language.

- Krantirathi - Kavya based on Shaheed Birsa.

- Asur Kanya - Hindi-Nagpuri Drama.

- Mahadan - Nagpuri Drama.

- Jwar - Hindi poetry.

He also worked as a recognized journalist for various publications, including the Indian Nation, Aryavarta, New Republic [4], and Ranchi Express. He was an independent journalist and columnist, and a theater artist for Ranchi Akashvani.

Sports Choudhary was an expert player of football [5] and tennis [6] and also participated in volleyball, [7], badminton and table tennis. He served as a football referee until his middle age.

Other Achievements - Founder Secretary of Birsa College, Khunti [8]. - Active member of the Khunti High School Working Committee for a decade. - Involved in the Bhoodan movement [9] led by Vinoba Bhave in Ranchi and Khunti for two and a half decades. - Vice President of Khunti Notified Area [10], Advocates Association, and various literary institutions. - Served on the board of directors under the Governor of Jharkhand [11], Shri Ved marwah [12]. - Participated in the Quit India Movement of 1942 in Patna [13] - Former secretary and session president during various years.

Honors and Recognition

Choudhary received accolades for his literary contributions from several dignitaries, including:

- Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who praised his management poetry work *Krantirathi*.

- Jiyalal Arya, who commended his timeless book *Krantirathi*.

- Hasta Muchirai Gunda, who appreciated the manuscript of *Krantirathi*.

- Ramdayal Munda, who lauded his Prabandha Kavya on Birsa Munda. - Kadiya Munda, who recognized his multifaceted contributions as an advocate, social worker, and literary figure.

Shiv Avtaar Choudhary's legacy as a dedicated advocate, educator, social worker, and literary figure remains influential, with his works contributing significantly to Indian literature and cultural history.

References

SHIVAWATAR CHOUDHARY