Question

Narrate Dr. Muthulakshmi's rule in the agitation against Devadasi system.

Answer 1

1. Dr. Muthulakshmi dedicated herself to the cause of removing the cruel practice of devadasi system from Tamil Nadu. She fought against this system vigorously.
2. Appreciating her role in the agitation against Devadasi System she was nominated to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Council in 1929.
3. She was vehemently supported in her efforts by Thiru. Muvalur Ramamirtham and Periyar.
4. As a result, the Justice Party Government enacted a law abolishing Devadasi System.