Rabindranath Tagore - Nobel Prize in Literature for the year 1913 - "The Supreme Night" is a short story by Rabindranath Tagore that follows the life of a young man who had a close childhood relationship with a girl named Surabala. They played together and shared an innocent connection. However, the protagonist moved to Calcutta to pursue education and political activism, while Surabala got married to Ram Lochan. The story explores the protagonist's life in Calcutta as he becomes politically active while also pursuing his career ambitions. Later on, he learns that Surabala is now married to an attorney named Ram Lochan. Although they had known each other in their youth, it seems that their connection has faded. During a visit to Ram Lochan's house, the protagonist unexpectedly feels a deep emotional connection to Surabala as he observes her through a window. This brings back memories of their past relationship and the missed opportunities in their lives.

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