Bio/Wiki
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| Famous For | Being an anti-superstition activist |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'10" (178 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper (Semi-Bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree | M.A. in English Literature |
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| College | Nagpur University (now Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University) |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Dnyandev (Farmer, Social Reformer) |
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| Mother | Kamal (Teacher) |
| Siblings | Brother - 1, Sister - 2 |
| Children | Son - 1 |
Career
| Summary | Shyam Manav is an influential social reformer and an avid opponent of superstition in Indian society. He has a rich history as a journalist and has worked tirelessly to impart rational thinking through workshops and articles. He established the Akhil Bharatiya Andhashraddha Nirmoolan Samiti (ABANS) in 1982, dedicating his efforts to combating social superstitions and promoting awareness. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/shyammanav1/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/ShyamManavChannel/ | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCut8RwnFBtGSYULBEMvZWtw |
| https://x.com/shyammanav3 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Shyam Manav is a rationalist and anti-superstition activist who conducts workshops on various themes including family relations and parenting. | |
| He was influenced by several Gandhians while growing up in the Paunar Ashram, founded by Vinoba Bhave. | |
| He initially held superstitious beliefs, which he overcame through philosophy discussions at college. | |
| He was actively involved in youth organizations that focused on creating equality and addressing exploitation. | |
| As a lecturer of English Literature, he merged his teaching career with journalism by publishing in renowned newspapers and magazines. | |
| He met rationalist B. Premanand while working as a columnist, which led him to advocate against superstitions. | |
| He challenged a religious guru to prove his divine powers, leading to a controversial case that threatened his safety. | |
| Manav changed his surname to avoid caste identification, which is significant in Indian culture. | |
| He has authored multiple books addressing rationalism and superstition. |
