About Kulwant Singh Virk
Lived 1921 – 1987 (aged 66). Kulwant Singh Virk was a British writer and short story writer.
Kulwant Singh Virk (20 May 1921 – 24 December 1987) was an Indian-born author who wrote mostly in Punjabi but also extensively in English. His short stories were translated into several other languages, including Russian and Japanese.
Kulwant Singh Virk was born on 20 May 1921 in the village of Phullarwan, Sheikhupura district, Punjab Province, British India.
Virk's writings have won several awards. In 1958 he won his first award for his short story compilation titled Dudh Da Chhappar (A Pond of Milk). He won the national Sahitya Academy Award in 1968 for his short story compilation Nave Lok (New Folks). Dudh da Chapar, Khabal etc. were dramatized on television.
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Who was Kulwant Singh Virk?
Indian writer (1921-1987)
When was Kulwant Singh Virk born?
Kulwant Singh Virk was born on 20 May 1921 in Sheikhupura District.
When did Kulwant Singh Virk die?
Kulwant Singh Virk died on 24 December 1987 in Toronto.
What was Kulwant Singh Virk's occupation?
Kulwant Singh Virk was a writer and short story writer.
What nationality was Kulwant Singh Virk?
Kulwant Singh Virk was British.
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