By Anshika Verma13, Aug 2024 02:50 PMjagranjosh.com
Independence day 2024
India is all set to celebrate its 78th Independence Day on 15 August 2024, marking a milestone in the history of India. Tap to read about the top women freedom fighters!
Rani Lakshmi Bai
Rani Lakshmi Bai was also known by the name of Jhansi ki Rani. She fought with the British army single handedly and was recognised as the greatest women freedom fighter.
Sarojini Naidu
Sarojini Naidu played a vital role in the disobedience movement and the Quit India movement and was an impactful freedom fighter. She is considered as the Nightingale of India.
Begum Hazrat Mahal
Begum Hazrat Mahal is known as the counterpart of Jhansi Ki Rani Lakshmi Bai. She was one of the first fighters in the 1857 revolt. She raised her voice against Britishers.
Savitribai Phule
Savitribai Phule was the founder of a girls school and the first female teacher in India. She always wanted every girl to get an education and to achieve their dreams.
Kasturba Gandhi
Kasturba Gandhi is the wife of the father of the nation, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. She is the most popular name in the history of Indian freedom fighters.
Lakshmi Sahgal
Lakshmi Sahgal was influenced by Subhas Chandra Bose. She became an active member of the Indian National Army and Subhas Chandra Bose was her role model.