Gopi Mohun Deb
Indian scholar
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Gopi Mohun Deb (1767-1847)[1] was a member of the Shovabazar Raj family, a philanthropist, and educationist.
Gopi Mohun Deb | |
|---|---|
| 2nd Maharaja of Sovabazar | |
| Preceded by | Maharaja Nabakrishna Deb |
| Succeeded by | Raja Sir Radhakanta Deb |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1767 |
| Died | 1847 (aged 79–80) |
Deb was the son of Ram Sundar Deb and was later adopted by his uncle Raja Naba Krishna Deb.[1][2]
Deb was a Persian scholar and one of the first five founder members and directors of the Hindu College.[2] He was the founder of famous Dharma Sabha, a conservative Hindu religious body, which spoke on views and rights of Hindus.[1]