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Sri Aurobindo, originally named Aurobindo Ghosh, was a renowned Indian philosopher, yogi, and nationalist who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. Born in Calcutta, now Kolkata, on August 15, 1872, he came to be known as Sri Aurobindo during his spiritual journey. Aurobindo Ghosh transformed into Sri Aurobindo after years of intense spiritual practice and enlightenment.