‘Awake, arise and educate, smash traditions – liberate’ – the war cry by Savitribai Phule that led to social reform
th century. Her opposition to Brahmanic patriarchy and caste enslavement, her resolve for social democracy, and her tireless fight to break the shackles of tradition made her a force to be reckoned with.
Savitribai Phule (1831-97) was modern India s first woman teacher, a radical exponent of mass and female education, a pioneer of engaged poetry, a courageous mass leader who took on the forces of caste and patriarchy. Her role in the anti-caste movement is unique, as she emerged as the only woman leader among all social movements in 19
5 Great Indian Women In History To Remember And Celebrate
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Do you know the first woman pilot of India? Or the first female doctor of India? It is always essential to take a peek into history for a comprehensive understanding of a country’s roots, its culture, and how women have been trailblazers through the years.
To begin with, here is a list of the first influential women in India who’ve made an everlasting impact on us!
Abala Bose
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Born in 1865, Abala Bose dedicated her whole life to elevate the state of women in society, especially the widows of India. Also known as Lady Bose, she is considered one of the earliest feminists of our nation. She was the daughter of Brahmo reformer Durga Mohan Das and wife of Indian scientist Sir Jagdish Chandra Bose.