Dakshayani Velayudhan Digital Archive
for Constitutionalism and Gender Rights
The making of the Indian Constitution was a significant and collaborative effort, involving the contributions of many individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women. While women were not as prominently represented as men in the Constituent Assembly, there were notable female figures who played crucial roles in the process. While the number of women in the Constituent Assembly was relatively low, their influence and contributions were impactful. The Indian Constitution itself reflects principles of equality and justice, which includes provisions for gender equality, and women have continued to play vital roles in shaping and interpreting the legal framework of the country. This is an intervention to mark that unmarked contributions
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PURNIMA BANERJEE
Purnima Banerjee’s involvement in the freedom struggle paralleled the contributions of prominent figures such as Sucheta Kripalani, Vijaylakshmi Pandit, and Uma Nehru. Beyond the streets and protests, Banerjee’s role as Secretary of the Allahabad City Congress Committee showcased her dedication to grassroots engagement. In the Constituent Assembly, her interventions left a lasting impact on the…
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RAJKUMARI AMRIT KAUR
Rajkumari Amrit Kaur, born on 2 February 1889 in Lucknow into Punjab’s Kapurthala Royal family, embarked on a life of service and advocacy. Her early education in Sherborne School, England, and subsequent graduation from the University of Oxford laid the foundation for her illustrious journey. Basic details and biography of Rajkumari Amrit Kaur: Attribute Details…
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RENUKA RAY
Renuka Ray: A Stalwart Advocate for Women’s Rights and Constitutional Equality Renuka Ray, born on 4th January 1903, emerged as a beacon of change in the landscape of India’s struggle for independence and the subsequent framing of its constitution. A devout follower of Mahatma Gandhi, Ray’s journey was marked by unwavering commitment to social justice,…
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SAROJINI NAIDU
Sarojini Naidu: The Nightingale of India Sarojini Naidu, born on February 13th, 1879, in Hyderabad, was a luminary in India’s struggle for independence. Affiliated with the Indian National Congress, she left an indelible mark on the nation’s history. A prominent figure known as the Nightingale of India, she was the first woman president of the…
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SUCHETA KRIPALANI
Sucheta Kripalani, born in 1908 in Ambala, present-day Haryana, played a significant role in India’s struggle for independence. Notably remembered for her active involvement in the Quit India Movement of 1942, Kripalani emerged as a prominent figure arrested by the British during this movement. Her collaboration with Mahatma Gandhi during the Partition riots showcased her…
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VIJAYA LAKSHMI PANDIT
Born on August 18, 1900, in Allahabad, she carved a prominent niche in India’s political and diplomatic arenas. Notably, she was the sister of India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, and her multifaceted career spanned political leadership, diplomacy, and literary pursuits. Basic details and biography of Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit: Attribute Details Full Name Vijaya Lakshmi…