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Question
For which reforms were the women’s movement in the pre-independance period fighting?
Solution 1
Reforms such as widow remarriage, women education and right to vote to women were possible due to the work of these reformists. After independence, the Constitution gave equal rights to women in all fields.
Solution 2
- The women’s movements of the pre-independence period were driven by the progressive men of that period.
- These movements aimed at eliminating injustice against women, ending their exploitation, helping them to lead a respectful life, and ensuring their active participation in social life.
- The initiative to abolish the practices of Sati and child marriage was taken by several reformists including Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, Raja Rammohan Roy, Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, Savitribai Phule, Maharshi Dhondo Keshav Karve, Pandita Ramabai, and Ramabai Ranade. [Students can write any two examples of reformers.]
- They also made possible several reforms like widow remarriage, women's education, and the right to vote for women.
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