13 December in Indian and World History
13 December in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 13 December is the birth anniversary of Ilachandra Joshi, Lakshmi Chand Jain, and Sanjaya Lall.
13 December is also observed as the death anniversary of Smita Patil.
Birth Anniversary
13 December in Indian history is celebrated as the birth anniversary of the following personalities:
Ilachandra Joshi (13 December 1903 – 1982), is considered the originator of psychological novels in Hindi. Like most litterateurs, Joshi Ji started his literary journey with the creation of poetry. The mountain life, especially the mountain peaks of Almora and its surroundings covered with vegetation, and the waterfalls and valleys of the Himalayas, lakes, and rivers kept his poetic sensibility always awake. He was born on 13 December 1903.
Lakshmi Chand Jain (13 December 1925 – 14 November 2010), is an Indian economist. Both his parents were active freedom fighters, which had an impact on him as well. In the last days of 1947, he met Kamala Devi Chattopadhyay in a camp. After this, in 1948, Jain established an ‘Indian Co-operative Union’ with Kamala Devi. In 1968, he also set up a consulting firm, which helped in government and non-government work on the advice of farmers and artisans. In this way, Lakshmi Chand Jain played the role of a bridge between farmers, artisans, women’s groups, government committees, and boards which benefited him. He was born on 13 December 1925.
Sanjaya Lall (13 December 1940 – 18 June 2005) was a development economist and Professor of Economics at the University of Oxford. Lall’s research interests included the impact of foreign direct investment in developing countries, the economics of multi-national corporations, and the development of technological capability and industrial competitiveness in developing countries. One of the world’s pre-eminent development economists, Lall was also one of the founding editors of the journal Oxford Development Studies and a senior economist at the World Bank (1965–68 and 1985–87).
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Death Anniversary
13 December in Indian history is observed as the death anniversary of the following personalities:
Smita Patil (17 October 1955 – 13 December 1986), is a well-known actress in Hindi films. He made a special mark in parallel cinema as well as commercial cinema with his strong acting. Adorned with excellent acting, his films ‘Bhumika’, ‘Manthan’, ‘Chakra’, ‘Shakti’, ‘Nishant’ and ‘Namak Halal’ still leave their indelible mark on the hearts of the audience. Apart from being an active feminist in the Indian context, Smita Patil was also a member of the Women’s Center in Mumbai. She was fully committed to the cause of women. He was also honored with the ‘National Film Award’ and ‘Padma Shri’ twice for his invaluable contribution to Indian cinema. Apart from Hindi films, Smita Patil also made her mark in Marathi, Gujarati, Telugu, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam films. She died on 13 December 1986.
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Notable events on 13 December in Indian and World History
13 December 1920 – The International Court of League of Nations was established in The Hague, Netherlands.
13 December 1921 – The Banaras Hindu University was inaugurated by the Prince of Wales.
13 December 1937 – The Japanese won the Battle of Nanjing between China and Japan. This was followed by a long period of genocide and atrocities.
13 December 1955 – India and the Soviet Union accepted the Panchsheel publication.
13 December 1961 – Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi started his Test match career against England in Delhi.
13 December 1974 – Malta became a republic.
13 December 1981 – The occupation of power by the military in Poland.
13 December 1996 – Kofi Annan was elected Secretary-General of the United Nations.
13 December 1998 – Mahatma Ramchandra Veer was awarded the “Bhai Hanuman Prasad Poddar Rashtra Seva” award by the Bara Bazar Library, Kolkata.
13 December 2001 – Terrorist attack on the Indian Parliament in Delhi.
13 December 2003 – Former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was arrested near his hometown of Tikrit.
13 December 2004 – Talks on nuclear and Sir Creek started in Islamabad between India and Pakistan.
13 December 2006 – Notification issued by the World Trade Organization for the inclusion of Vietnam as the 50th member.
13 December 2007 – In the clash between the Sri Lankan Army and the LTTE, 17 LTTE militants were killed.
13 December 2008 – In the fifth phase of Jammu and Kashmir, 11 assembly constituencies saw 57% voter turnout.
13 December 2009 – Paul Samuelson, an American economist, and Nobel Prize Laureate, died.
13 December Historical Significance
December 13 holds historical significance for various events that have shaped the course of history. On this day in 1937, the Nanking Massacre began during the Second Sino-Japanese War, marking one of the darkest chapters in the conflict with widespread atrocities committed by Japanese troops against Chinese civilians and soldiers. In 2003, Saddam Hussein, the former dictator of Iraq, was captured by U.S. forces near his hometown of Tikrit, leading to a significant turning point in the Iraq War. Additionally, December 13, 1642, marks the birthdate of Antonio Stradivari, one of the most renowned violin makers in history, whose instruments continue to be prized for their exceptional craftsmanship and quality. These events underscore the diverse range of historical occurrences associated with December 13.
Important Days of 13 December in History
National Day of the Horse: This day honors the important role horses have played in the history, culture, and economy of nations worldwide. It’s a day to appreciate these majestic animals and raise awareness about their welfare.
Saint Lucia’s Day: Celebrated mainly in Scandinavia, Saint Lucia’s Day marks the beginning of the Christmas season. It honors Saint Lucia, a Christian martyr known for her acts of kindness and compassion.
Violin Day: A day to celebrate the violin, one of the most versatile and beloved musical instruments. Violin Day is a time to recognize the beauty and cultural significance of this instrument and to celebrate its music.
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