RAJARSHI SHAHU, KARMAVEER BHAURAO PATIL ANI PRABODHANKAR THAKARAY

Book Details

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Edition: 4th

• Publishing Year: July 2007

• ISBN: 9789387789319

• Number of Pages: 76

• Language: Marathi

• Category: Reference and General

• Binding: Paperback

About The Book

This thought-provoking volume delves into the unique and nuanced relationships between three towering figures of Maharashtra’s social reform movement — Rajarshi Shahu Chhatrapati, Prabodhankar Thackeray, and Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil. It sheds light on the intellectual and emotional camaraderie shared by Shahu Maharaj and Prabodhankar, whose alliance was deeply rooted in their collective resistance to Brahminical dominance.

While Maharaj considered Prabodhankar a trusted associate in the battle against social injustice, the relationship was never one of guru and disciple. Their mutual respect was driven by a shared passion for reform and equity. On the other hand, the bond between Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil and these two stalwarts was both reverent and transformational. For Bhaurao, both Maharaj and Prabodhankar were mentors—guiding lights in his relentless mission to democratize education.

This book also touches upon the poignant episode of the Tar incident, revealing Maharaj’s empathy and pride towards Bhaurao's resilience. It beautifully portrays how their intertwined efforts laid the groundwork for educational and social empowerment among the oppressed during British rule.

A must-read for admirers of Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj, this compilation captures the spirit of reform, resilience, and righteous rebellion that changed the course of modern Indian history.