The correct answer is: (b) Fakir Mohan Senapati.
Fakir Mohan Senapati (1843-1918) was an eminent poet and writer from Odisha. He is known as the ‘Kabibara’ for his significant contributions to Odia literature. He is considered to be one of the pioneers of modern Odia literature. He wrote in a variety of genres, including poetry, short stories, novels, essays, and plays. His work is characterized by its realism, social commentary, and use of vernacular language.
Some of his most famous works include the novel Chha Mana Atha Guntha (Six Acres and a Half), the short story collection Asha (Hope), and the play Kamala. He was also a prolific translator, and translated several works from English into Odia.
Fakir Mohan Senapati was born in the village of Remuna in Odisha. He was educated at the Ravenshaw Collegiate School in Cuttack and the Presidency College in Calcutta. After graduating, he worked as a teacher and a journalist. He was also involved in social reform and was a member of the Indian National Congress.
Fakir Mohan Senapati died in 1918 at the age of 75. He is considered to be one of the most important figures in Odia literature. His work has had a profound influence on subsequent generations of Odia writers.
The other options are incorrect because:
(a) Radhanath Ray was a poet and writer from Odisha. He is considered to be one of the pioneers of modern Odia literature. His work is characterized by its romanticism and use of classical language.
(c) Gangadhar Meher was a poet and writer from Odisha. He is considered to be one of the most important figures in Odia literature. His work is characterized by its mysticism and use of vernacular language.
(d) Sachidananda Routray was a poet and writer from Odisha. He is considered to be one of the most important figures in Odia literature. His work is characterized by its realism and use of vernacular language.