7 Female Freedom Fighters of India

1. Rani Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi (1828-1857)

A legendary queen who stood up to the British East India Company with bravery and defiance. She represents womens emancipation and Indian nationalism.

2. Sarojini Naidu (1879-1949)

A well-known political activist, poet, and speaker. She was instrumental in the liberation movement and the first woman to hold the office of Indian National Congress president. Because of her exquisite poetry, she was often referred to as the Nightingale of India.

3. Kasturba Gandhi (1869-1944)

Kasturba, Mahatma Gandhis wife, provided invaluable support for her husband during his nonviolent campaign for Indian independence. She strongly supported social causes like womens empowerment and the abolition of untouchability in addition to taking part in boycotts, marches, and rallies.

4. Aruna Asaf Ali (1909-1996)

A popular socialist leader who took an active part in the Quit India Movement. She gained notoriety for raising the Indian flag during the protest at Bombays Gowalia Tank Maidan.

5. Madam Bhikaji Cama (1861-1936)

An activist for revolutionary freedom who, in 1907, raised the first Indian flag in Germany. The Indian independence movement was inspired by the banner, which bore the words Vande Mataram.

6. Begum Hazrat Mahal (1820-1879)

The final Begum of Awadh to hold the throne, who in 1857 staged the Sepoy Mutiny against the British East India Company. She gained notoriety during the uprising for her organizing and leadership abilities.

7. Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit (1900-1990)

A renowned politician and diplomat who presided over the UN General Assembly as its first female president. She was Jawaharlal Nehrus sister and took an active part in the fight for Indian independence.