"The Position of Women in India-right from the ancient through medieval to the modern times-has always attracted debate. Some scholars opine that women enjoyed greater freedom in the days of yore, others hold that the opposite is true. Here we have tried to present the facts as they were by quoting extensively from the Puranas and Smrtis. However, as recognised by the editors in this book, women have always been fighting for equal recognition in society. Through all this there have been literary, religious, political, poetical, cultural and social geniuses-all women-who have left their indelible mark in the history of India. This book exhaustively chronicles women’s plight and positions through the ages from the Vedic period down to the present times. Women achievers have been given their pride of place in their respective fields. This outstanding volume will surely benefit all scholars, and students, teachers, policy makers, social welfare agencies, sociologists, women’s associations and all those who are interested in a detailed study of women in India".
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Raj Kumar Pruthi
Raj kumar Pruthi, b. 1939, post-graduated from Punjab University Dr. Rajkumar has obtained the doctoral degree from Kurukshetra University on “Annie Besant†being the first research work on the subject. Also obtained degree in Law and Education from Delhi and Kurukshetra Universities respectively. Beginning his career in the Engineering branch of the Indian Navy and Naval Aviation, Dr. Rajkumar earned two War Medal’s during this period from Goa Operation and Pakistan War. He then joined Kurukshetra University to start his academic career that culminated with his joining Indian Council for Historical Research as Deputy Director (Research). Through his many prestigious research publications, and presentations in International seminars and conferences, he has earned the reputation of being one of the greatest authorities on the personality, thought and many sided contributions of Annie Besant. His researches on the Role of Indian Revolutionaries in the Freedom Struggle are remarkable for the freshness and frankness. Delivered Dr. Annie Besant’s Memorial lectures to B.H.U., Varanasi 1993 and Sir William Mayor’s lectures 1994 to Madras University. He is a member of Board of Studies of number of Universities.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Rameshwari Devi
Rameshwari Devi is a social worker and is connected with many women’s organizations. She has extensively traveled in India and Nepal for her social work and rural development. She is running a school for the rural poor. She has many books to her credit.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Romila Pruthi
Romila Purthi obtained her M.A. degree from the University of Delhi. A seasoned-teacher and keen researcher, she is actively engaged with women’s organizations and historical societies. She has profusely written on various issues concerning the Indian Women
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