CHAPTER 6
Pandita Ramabai (1858–1922)
INTRODUCTION
Pandita Ramabai is perhaps one of the first feminists in modern Indian history who struggled for the emancipation of Indian women. Her political thoughts are reflected in her critique of patriarchy and the demand for civil rights and gender justice. Thus, she was a liberal feminist and a social reformer. Pandita Ramabai counters the caste system as well as the inferior status of women in Indian Society. Throughout her life, she worked for the upliftment of women.
- Important Events and Achievements:
- Honoured with the title of Saraswati and Pandita in 1878 by the University of Calcutta.
- Founded the Arya Mahila Sabha in 1882 in Pune.
- On 25 September 1883, Pandita Ramabai converted to Christianity. ...
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