Birabala Birbol was known more for his wisdom and yuktipurna exchange of words.

Birbal was born in 1528 to a poor Brahmin family at Tikavanpur on the banks of the Jamuna. His real name was Mahesh Das. He became an adviser in the court of Emperor Akbar for his wisdom, humor and sense of justice. He was in charge of Akbar's military and administrative activities. He is said to have died in 1563 during the expedition to Afghanistan. The emperor was deeply saddened by his death and was in a state of shock for several months.

There is a wide spread and use of humor in Bengali literature. Although the comedy is humorous, its main purpose is to highlight the rules, principles and values ​​of the society. Many a time the comics seem to be a joke, but there is a subtle thought behind it. Birbal's humor and wisdom are well known in Bengali society.