Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma was a social and religious reformer in the 20th century for the Bodo Society. He implemented revolutionary changes through continuous reformation within the Bodo community.
He is respectfully referred to as Gurudev or Guru Brahma by the Bodo people residing in the lower Assam.
Kalicharan Brahma Short Info
| Full Name | Kalicharan Brahma |
| Born | 18th April 1860 |
| Birth Place | Kajigami, Assam, India |
| Died | 18 May 1938 (aged 78) Kajigami |
| Occupation | Social and Religious Reformer |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Spouse | First Wife: Khwmsri Brahma Second Wife: Uphasi Brahma |
| Parents | Father: Khoularam Mech Mother: Randini Mech |
Kalicharan Brahma Early Life, Education & Family
Kalicharan Brahma was born on April 18, 1860, in Kajigaon village, Dhubri district, Assam, India. His parents were Khoularam Mech and Randini Mech. Originally named Kalicharan Mech, he grew up to be intelligent, honest, and thoughtful.
He received his pre-primary education at home with a private tutor named Birnarayan Mech, because there was no school nearby. Later, he attended Tipkai primary school and then Puthimari M.V. School. However, when his father passed away while he was in fifth grade, Kalicharan had to return home despite his desire to continue his education. He took on the responsibility of managing the household and eventually became a timber merchant like his father.
Kalicharan, at the age 18, married Kwmsrhi and had two daughters, Dondi and Nilini. However, earlier in Bodo society, having a son was highly valued as sons would inherit property and carry on the family name. In order to have a son, Kalicharan married Upashi Brahma. Fortunately, they had three sons and two daughters.
Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Works
Kalicharan realized the need for change in the Bodo Scociety, understanding that preserving their identity and unity required a shift in both society and religion.
In 1906, he attained diksha in the Brahmo Dharma / Brahmoism Adi Brahmo Samaj in Calcutta.
Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma became a great religious preacher of the Brahma faith. He brought revolutionary changes in Bodo society by his continuous and sustained programme of reformation against the prevailing Bathou worship.
Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Gallery
Important Links
| Join Telegram | Join Here |
| Bodopedia | Click Here |
FAQs
1. Who is Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma?
Kalicharan Brahma, popularly known as Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma was a social and religious reformer in the 20th century for the Bodo Society. He brought the social, educational, cultural and economical awareness among the Bodo community.