Rabindranath Tagore, born on May 7, 1861, in Calcutta (now Kolkata), was a renowned poet, philosopher, musician, and artist. He is often hailed as one of the greatest literary figures in Indian and world literature. Tagore's prolific writing career spanned over six decades, during which he composed poetry, songs, plays, novels, and essays. Rabindranath Tagore's literary and artistic legacy continues to inspire generations of readers, writers, and artists worldwide.