ABSTRACT
This chapter presents a review of Russian translations of Premchand's works. It shows the results of serious efforts of many Russian Indologists and translators, which confirm the importance of Premchand in Russian language and culture. Premchand, one of the greatest Indian writers, has profoundly influenced Hindi literature. The translation and reception of his works in other world languages is a valid enquiry for research. For Russian readers, Premchand shares equal stature with Rabindranath Tagore in terms of popularity. Premchand introduced many local changes and fulfilled his task with great success. During Premchand's Jubilee celebration year, Balin, head of Indian Philology Department of Leningrad State University at the time, and a Soviet scholar Dr N. D. Gavryushina, from the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Soviet Academy of Sciences, were invited to India. They gave lectures in some Indian universities and participated in the celebration ceremonies.
