R. K. Laxman was an Indian cartoonist famous for his cartoon character 'Common Man'. Born on October 24, 1921, in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, he passed away on January 26, 2015. Laxman's cartoons frequently depicted the social and political realities of India, using humor and wit to address complex issues. His work has had a lasting influence on Indian cartooning and has been widely appreciated both in India and around the world.