Social Reformers who Established India’s First School for Girls

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The first school for girls was established in Pune.

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The establishment of this school aimed to empower girls.

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First girls’ school

Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule established the first girls’ school in Pune in 1848. Image credits: our own

First female teachers

Savitribai Phule and Fatima Sheikh are recognized as the first female teachers in India. Image credits: our own

Fatima Sheikh gave night school sessions at her residence.

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Teacher training

Savitribai Phule and Fatima Sheikh underwent teacher training at the Ahmednagar Missionary School. Image credits: our own

Education for girls

Back then, Savitribai Phule and Fatima Sheikh faced significant challenges in promoting education for girls. Image credits: our own

Fatima Sheikh

Later, Fatima Sheikh assumed the role of principal of the school and dedicated herself to lifelong education initiatives. Image credits: our own Find Next One