G.N. Devy, a literary scholar and cultural activist, writes in three languages – Marathi, Gujarati and English, and has received prestigious literary awards for his works in all three languages. His academic and activist work shows a rare combination of a deep interest in India's classical literature and philosophy, as well as the threatened languages of Adivasis and nomadic communities, in higher education and rural development.
Aniket Jaaware was one of the foremost intellectuals in the country and a much-loved teacher of English Literature. His teaching interests were broad ranging. Former students in Pune University still
Brinda Karat is one of India’s most prominent communist leaders. She is among the founders of the All India Democratic Women’s Association, and a former member of the Rajya Sabha. She is a memb
