Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Biography: Age, Height, Family, Wife, Education, The Art of Living & Achievements
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Age:
70 Years
Hometown:
Papanasam, Tamil Nadu
Popular Name:
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Ravi Shankar |
| Profession | Spiritual Leader, Meditation Teacher, Humanitarian |
| Known For | Founding The Art of Living Foundation |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
| Weight | 70 Kg |
Career
| Career Journey | Founded The Art of Living Foundation in 1981. - Developed Sudarshan Kriya, a rhythmic breathing technique, in 1982. - Co-founded the International Association for Human Values (IAHV) in 1997. - Promotes meditation, yoga, breathing practices, and stress management. - Has participated in humanitarian and peacebuilding initiatives. - His organization's activities include rural development, education, disaster relief, and prisoner rehabilitation. |
| Awards & Achievements | Padma Vibhushan: Awarded in 2016. - Order of the Pole Star: Reported among his international honours. - Bharat Shiromani Award: Listed among his reported awards. - Has received honorary doctorates from various institutions. - Founded an international organization focused on meditation and personal development. - Co-founded an organization dedicated to humanitarian work and human values. |
Personal Life
| Date of Birth | 13 May 1956 |
| Age | 70 Years |
| Birthplace | Papanasam, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics from St. Joseph's College, Bangalore (now St. Joseph’s University) |
| Controversies | Government Schools Comments (2012): Faced criticism following remarks about government schools and alleged links with Naxalism. - World Culture Festival (2016): The Art of Living event in Delhi attracted environmental criticism over its location on the Yamuna floodplains and its potential environmental impact. |
Relationships & More
Family
| Father | R. S. Venkat Ratnam |
| Mother | Visalakshi Ratnam |
| Sister | Bhanumathi Narasimhan |
Favourites
| Hobbies | Reading, Travelling, Spirituality |
| Food | Khichdi, Sattvik Diet |
| Books | The Bhagavad Gita, Proof of Heaven |
| Music & Art | Bharatanatyam |
Money Factor
| Net Worth (approx) | (roughly $120 million to $180 million) |
Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
- Sri Sri Ravi Shankar could reportedly recite the Bhagavad Gita at the age of four, showing an early interest in spiritual knowledge and meditation.
- One of his teachers was Pandit Sudhakar Chaturvedi, who was known for his close association with Mahatma Gandhi.
- He studied both science and Vedic literature and reportedly completed his studies in physics and Vedic literature by the age of 17.
- He founded The Art of Living in 1981 to promote meditation, personal development, and humanitarian service.
- Sudarshan Kriya, a breathing technique central to his teachings, was developed in 1982 after a period of silence in Shimoga, Karnataka.
- In 1997, he co-founded the International Association for Human Values (IAHV), an organization focused on humanitarian work and conflict resolution.
- His humanitarian initiatives have included rural development, education, disaster relief, and prisoner rehabilitation.
- He has participated in peace initiatives in conflict-affected regions, including Colombia, Iraq, Kashmir, and Ivory Coast.
- His programs have reached diverse groups, including students, business professionals, prisoners, and communities affected by conflict.
- In 2016, the Government of India awarded him the Padma Vibhushan, one of the country’s highest civilian honours.
- He has received honorary doctorates from several universities in recognition of his spiritual and humanitarian work.
- His teachings emphasize the idea of a global human family, encouraging people from different cultures and religions to work together for peace and harmony.
