Birthdate: May 28, 1883
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Bhagur
Died: February 26, 1966
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was an Indian politician, activist, and writer known for developing the Hindu nationalist ideology of Hindutva. He founded the Hindu Mahasabha and was instrumental in advocating for Hindu political and social unity. Savarkar engaged in political activities from a young age, forming organizations like the Abhinav Bharat Society and promoting Indian independence through revolutionary means. He was imprisoned by the British for his anti-colonial activities and was eventually released after submitting mercy petitions. Savarkar played a significant role in Indian political movements during his lifetime.
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