Books & Author 28 October 2026
Former Governor Arif Mohammad Khan Unveils English Translation of 'The Story of Vande Mataram'
Why in the News?
Former Governor of Bihar and Kerala, **Dr. Arif Mohammad Khan**, unveiled the English translation of the book **'The Story of Vande Mataram'** at the Constitution Club in New Delhi.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Author & Translator Details:
- **Original Author:** The book was originally written in **Malayalam** by the late veteran RSS leader and scholar **Ranga Hari**.
- **English Translator:** Translated into English by **Dr. Mercy Jill**.
- Core Theme: The book traces the historical evolution and significance of India's national song, 'Vande Mataram', highlighting its pivotal role during the Indian Freedom Struggle.
- Venue: Constitution Club of India, New Delhi.
Static GK Facts:
- Vande Mataram (National Song of India):
- Composed By: **Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay** (written in 1875, included in his 1882 novel *Anandamath*).
- First Sung Publicly: **1896 Kolkata Session** of the Indian National Congress (sung by Rabindranath Tagore).
- Adopted as National Song: **January 24, 1950**, by the Constituent Assembly of India.
- Duration: Approximately 65 seconds.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who unveiled the English translation of the book 'The Story of Vande Mataram' in New Delhi?
A: Dr. Arif Mohammad Khan
Q: Who is the original author of the Malayalam book 'The Story of Vande Mataram'?
A: Ranga Hari
Q: Who translated the book 'The Story of Vande Mataram' into English?
A: Dr. Mercy Jill
Q: In which session of the Indian National Congress was 'Vande Mataram' sung for the first time in 1896?
A: Kolkata Session (Calcutta)
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