About Sant Banka
Born 1350. Sant Banka was a poet.
Sant Banka (also known as Wanka was a poet in 14th century Maharashtra, India. He was husband to Nirmala and brother-in-law to Chokhamela. Born in Mehenpuri, Banka was a member of the Mahar caste. ) In most of his abhangs he praised Vitthal in happiness and peace. Infrequently, he described his lower caste birth.
As a bhakti poet saint from the Mahar caste, Banka raised a voice against untouchability which is very relevant to current Dalit literature.
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Who was Sant Banka?
Maharashtran saint, and brother in law of Chokhamela
When was Sant Banka born?
Sant Banka was born in 1350.
What was Sant Banka's occupation?
Sant Banka was a poet.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sant Banka. https://biography.guide/sant-banka/
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