WOMEN'S EDUCATION DAY
Introduction :
Every year on January 3rd, people celebrate Savitribai Phule Jayanti to privilege her, a great leader who worked hard to confirm girls could go to school. This day is also called Women's-Education-Day to show how important learning is for girls and women.
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Savitribai Phule teaching for girls |
Who is Savitribai Phule ?
Savitribai Phule was the first women to become a teacher in Naigoan , Maharashtra. She also a poet and social reformer dedicated to improving society.
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Portrait image of Savitribai Phule |
Savitribai early life and education :
Savitribai married Jyoti Rao Phule when she was in childhood. Her husband wants to study her because she wants to become teacher.
Starting the first school for girls :
In 1848, Savitribai and her husband implemented the first school for girls in Pune. there was a brave move, many people at that time opposed the idea of educating girls.

Savitribai Phule and Jythoi Rao Phule opening the first school for girls

Savitribai as a poet :
Savitribai also loved to write poems. Her poems talked about freedom, equality, and education. She wanted everyone to understand that learning can change lives.
Challenges she faced :
Many people against to Savitribai work. She thought girls should not go to school. Some even threw dirt and stones at her. But Savitribai did not give up. She continued to teach and encourage girls.
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Savitribai Phule inspiring women |
Her big achievements :
1. Opened 17 Schools – Savitribai started 17 schools to teach girls and children from poor families.
2. Supported Widows – She helped widows and gave them a safe place to live.
3. Fought against discrimination – Savitribai worked to stop doing wrong of women and poor people.
Why do we celebrate?
We celebrate Savitribai Phule Jayanti to remember her encouragement and kindness. The day is also called Women's-Education-Day because it high peak the importance of education for girls.
Celebrations in Telangana(TS) State
In Telangana, January 3rd is also called Women’s-Teacher's-Day. It is a day to say thank you to women teachers who help students learn and develop.
Why is education important for girls?
Savitribai believed that education can make girls strong and independent. Today, her ideas still inspire us to make sure that every girl gets a chance to study.
Modern Impact of Savitribai’s Work :
Savitribai started a movement for women’s rights in Bharath. By this most of the girls can now go to school and pursue their passions. She showed that education can change lives and make the world better.
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celebrating Savitribai Phule Jayanthi in modern times |
Interesting facts about Savitribai-Phule
1. She was Bharath first female teacher.
2.She founded the first girls’ school in India.
3.She wrote poems to spread ideas about freedom and equality.
4.She fought against child marriage and caste discrimination.
5.She started safe homes for widows and abandoned women.
Conclusion:
Savitribai-Phule is a dynamic person who changed the lives of many girl students and women's through her work. Her story tells us that education is powerful weapon, especially for girls, to fulfill their passion. On January 3rd, let us remember her hard work and promise to keep supporting girls education for a better development of future.
FAQs about Savitribai-Phule-Jayanti
1. Why is Savitribai-Phule famous?
She is famous for being Bharath first female teacher and starting the first school for girls.
2. When is the Savitribai Phule Jayanti celebrated?
It's on January 3rd every year.
3. Why is January 3rd called Women’s-Education-Day?
The day honors Savitribai-Phule work to make education available for girls.
4. How many schools did Savitribai-Phule start?
She started 17 schools to teach girls and children from poor families.
5.What is Women’s-Teachers-Day in Telangana?
It is a day to honor female teachers and remember Savitribai-Phule contributions.
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