It’s no secret that the world would be a much different place without the contribution of women across various fields. This world would have been devoid of amenities we now take for granted, like WiFi or GPS, and would be behind times when it comes to the rights of the oppressed.
Indian women have been instrumental in bringing about revolutionary changes to the world we live in now, from female freedom fighters, like Rani Laxmi Bai and Sarojini Naidu, to modern Indian women who have brought India’s name to the global platform, like Kalpana Chawla or Indra Nooyi.
There have been many Indian women who have pioneered fields that have changed the way we live today and we decided to take a look back at some of the lesser-known names to remember this Women’s Day. So without further ado, here are all the women who paved the way for a better world for Indians today…
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