Gadge Maharaj
Gadge Maharaj (23 February 1876 - 20 December 1956; also known as Sant Gadge Maharaj or Sant Gadge Baba) was an Indian mendicant-saint and social reformer from the Indian state of Maharashtra. He lived in voluntary poverty and wandered to different villages promoting social justice and initiating reforms, especially related to sanitation. He is still revered by the common people in India and remains a source of inspiration for various political parties and non-government organizations.
Gadge Maharaj | |
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| Born | Debuji Zhingraji Janorkar 23 February 1876 Shendgaon, Berar Province, British India (now in Maharashtra, India) |
| Died | 20 December 1956 (aged 80) Walgaon, Maharashtra, India |
Main interests | Religion, kirtans, ethics |
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