Bharat Ratna“: LOKNAYAK JAYAPRAKASH NARAYAN
JayaprakashNarayan, (1902-1979), popularly referred to as JP or Lok Nayak (People’s Leader), was an Indian Independence activist, social reformer and political leader. In 1999, he was posthumously awarded Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, in recognition of his social work. Other awards include the Magsaysay award for public Service in 1965.
Born: 11 October 1902 Sitabdiara, Bengal Presidency, British India (Now in Saran, Bihar)
Died: 8 October 1979 ( aged 76 )
Nationality: Indian
Religion: Hindu
Other Names: JP, Lok Nayak ( Makkal Thalaivar / People’s Leader )
Organisation: Indian National Congress, Janata Party
Movement: Quit India, Sarvodaya. JP Movement for “Total Revolution” for change & progress in all fields for stronger India.
