Discovery of India

Jawaharlal Nehru wrote the book The Discovery of India during his imprisonment at Ahmednagar fort for participating in the Quit India Movement (1942 1946). The book was written during Nehrus four years of confinement to solitude in prison and is his way of paying an homage to his beloved country and its rich culture. The book started from ancient history Nehru wrote at length of Vedas Upanishads and textbooks on ancient time and ends during the British raj. The book is a broad view of Indian history culture and philosophy the same can also be seen in the television series. The book is considered as one of the finest writing om Indian History. The television series Bharat Ek Khoj which was released in 1988 was based on this book. About the author Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime Minister of India. He was a freedom fighter and a central figure before and after independence. He was against the caste discrimination and establishes secular India. Apart of this very few of us knew that Jawaharlal Nehru was a prolific writer as well. He had written various books such as The Discovery of India Glimpses of World History and his autobiography Toward Freedom. Besides Nehru was honoured with Bharat Ratna Award in the year 1955. About the Author About the Author Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru is the first Prime Minister of India. He is one of the prominent political figures and freedom fighters in the country. Nehru was born on 14 November 1889 and died on 27 May 1964. His birthday was announced as Children's day in India due to his love for children. He is the son of Motilal Nehru.