Question

History
Knowing the Past
• Write a short note on Shanti Niketan.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Shantiniketan

Shantiniketan was a dream of Maharshi Devendranath Tagore that was later on nurtured and practically constructed by his worthy son Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, the world-famous poet, author, dramatist and artist of 20th century Bengal. The very word “Shantiniketan” means the “the abode of peace”. Indeed the place is. Located in the north- central region of West Bengal under Birbhum district, Bolpur-Shantiniketan is the perfect place to find the self because of the serenity and absolute peace.

The tranquil nature and the mesmerizing ambience of the red soil region can be the ultimate destination for those who are looking forward to escape from the city hustles and bustles. Bolpur forms itself with Shantiniketan, Sriniketan and Prantik. The famous Vishva-Bharati University, the open air schools of Shantiniketan created by Tagore and the famous handicraft industries are the most interesting things to explore here.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Shantiniketan is a small town near bolpur in the district of West Bengal, India, approximately 160km North of kolkata(formerly Calcutta). It was established by maharshi davendranath tagore and later expanded by his son rabindranath tagore whose vision became what is now a university town,visva Bharti University..