He sought to bring about social reform in Indian society by awakening people through education.

[7][8] Abdul Bari was born on 21 January 1884 to Md Qurban Ali as the eldest of 4 children.

He was killed by three men who shot at him after an altercation by Bari Path in Khusrupur, Bihar Province, during a stopover on his return from Dhanbad to Patna.

B. Kripalani said, "His death has robbed India [sic] one of its bravest and most selfless soldiers of freedom.

"[12] On the first death anniversary of Bari, Rajendra Prasad recalled his contribution to the nation through a message dated 22 March 1948 published in Mazdur Avaz.