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Short histories of 65 feminist movements, India and South Asia first. Each has a timeline, links to read more elsewhere, and books from our shelf where we have them. These are starting points, not the last word: tell us what is missing through the complaints box or a discussion thread.

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ThemeCaste (1)Law and rights (2)Education (2)

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When it beganBefore 1900 (1)1990 to 2009 (1)

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Savitribai Phule and girls' education

Savitribai and Jyotirao Phule opened one of the first schools for girls in Pune in 1848, facing abuse from upper-caste neighbours. Often called India's first woman teacher, Savitribai also ran a shelter for pregnant…

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Savitribai Phule and girls' education