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TARA RANI SRIVASTAVA

Born into simple families in Saran, Bihar, young Tara and her

husband were very passionate about the Independence struggle.

On a certain occasion, during a protest march at the Siwan Police

Station, Tara's husband was shot while leading the procession,

but braveheart Tara remained unflustered. Not only did she tend

to him till his death, but continued her struggle despite all

obstacles.

KAMALADEVI

CHATTOPADHYAY

While many know Kamaladevi as a distinguished

theatre actor, very few are aware of the crucial

part she played in India's fight for independence.

She became the first woman from India to be

arrested by the British government for her active

role as a patriotic leader. Also, she was the first

woman candidate for the legislative assembly. She

predominantly worked towards improving the

socio-economic conditions of women in India,

reviving lost practices like theatre and

handicrafts.