Eminent Marxist scholar and popular teacher of political theory Prof Randhir Singh passed away on the night of 31st January in Delhi. He was 95.
Prof Randhir Singh was a founder of the Left student movement in India, during India’s freedom struggle. He was a brilliant student even in his school and college days. He is best remembered for his unwavering lifelong commitment to popularising and communicating Marxist theory widely, in the most accessible language of the people. Till very recently, he would still travel to Punjab villages and small towns to give talks on political developments as well as on Marxist thought.
In spite of his formidable academic prowess, he was always had the unassuming air that is the hallmark of the activist. He was a close friend of many Left activists, and many in the CPI(ML), young and old, will have fond memories of their rich interactions with him.
Prof Randhir Singh inspired many generations to study Marxism and to study society using Marxist tools.
CPI(ML) extends its heartfelt condolences to his family members.
Red Salute to Comrade Randhir Singh !
