Pandita Ramabai: A Beacon of Women's Emancipation

Arpita Chakraborty Jha

Abstract: Pandita Ramabai (1858 - 1922) emerges as a prominent figure in Indian history, renowned for her scholarly pursuits, social activism and relentless advocacy for women?s rights. She lived and worked in an era when women?s education was almost nonexistent in India. She was a scholar, had profound knowledge about Vedas and Upanishads. The titles of ?Pandita? and ?Saraswati? were conferred on her in recognition of her intellectual attainments. This article explores her remarkable life and her pivotal role in advancing the cause of women?s emancipation in India. Through an analysis of historical records, primary sources, and biographical accounts, an attempt has been made to examine Ramabai?s contributions to women?s education, her efforts to challenge patriarchal norms, and her establishment of organisations aimed at empowering women. By contextualising her work within the socio - political landscape of late 19th and early 20th century India, light has been shed on the enduring impact of her legacy and the lessons it holds for contemporary struggles for gender equality.

Keywords: Pandita Ramabai, women?s emancipation, social reform, women?s education, Anya Mahila Samaj, Mukti Mission, gender equality

How to Cite?: Arpita Chakraborty Jha, "Pandita Ramabai: A Beacon of Women's Emancipation", Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 422-423, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR241203231319, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR241203231319