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Describe the contributions of Savithri Bai pule to Indian society.

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The answer to this question can be approached in the following way:
  • Describe the causes for which Savithri Bai Pule fought.
  • Mention the establishments that were founded by Savithri Bai Pule and their objectives.
Solution:
  • Savithri Bai Phule was one of the most prominent Indian women reformers. She promoted women’s education by opening a school in Pune.
  • She established a rehabilitation centre to help child widows and prevent infanticide.
  • She also fought caste and gender-based discrimination by leading the Sathya Shodak Samaj after the death of his husband Jyotibha Phule.

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