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   Durgabāi Deshmukh ( née Gummididala, 15 July 1909 – 9 May 1981) was an Indian freedom fighter, lawyer, social worker and politician. She was a member of the Constituent Assembly of India and of the Planning Commission of India. [1] A public activist for women's emancipation, she founded the Andhra Mahila Sabha (Andhra Women's Conference) in 1937.

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3. amritmahotsav.nic.in › unsung-heroes-detailDurgabai Deshmukh - Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Ministry of ...

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   Durgabai Deshmukh was a freedom fighter, lawyer, social worker and politician who participated in Gandhi-led Salt Satyagraha and was imprisoned thrice. She was a member of the Constituent Assembly and the Planning Commission of India and received a Padma Vibhushan award.

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   Mar 7, 2021 · Learn about the life and achievements of Durgabai Deshmukh, a freedom fighter, lawyer, politician and social activist who fought for women's rights and national independence. She was a member of the Constituent Assembly, a friend of Nehru, and a founder of institutions that serve India to this day.

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   Learn about Durgabai Deshmukh, a freedom fighter, social worker, lawyer and politician who played a key role in the Constituent Assembly and the Planning Commission. Discover her achievements, awards and legacy in this article by Abha Khetarpal.

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7. indianexpress.com › article › genderDurgabai Deshmukh: A trailblazer and institution-builder ...

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   Jan 27, 2018 · Durgabai Deshmukh, Member, Planning Commission & Hannan Sen (sitting right of Nehru). 1953 (Source: PIB) As a mere 12-year-old in 1921, who was deeply taken by Gandhi’s ideas of reforming social customs, Durgabai learnt that Gandhi was to visit Kakinada to address a town hall gathering.

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   • For her mammoth social service and outreach, Durgabai Deshmukh would continue inspiring us forever. Her indefatigable zeal and commitment to her cause became the catalyst for change and social reform in India. A pioneer and transformative leader, Durgabai Deshmukh would continue to be an epitome of women empowerment for the generations to come.

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   Why was Durgabai Deshmukh awarded a Padma Bhushan?

   • In 2000, she was awarded a Padma Bhushan for her contribution to social work. Durgabai Deshmukh was the only female member of the Panel of Chairmen in the Constituent Assembly. She played a significant role in the enactment of many social welfare laws. She was also the one who proposed Hindustani (Hindi+Urdu) as the national language of India.

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   What is Dr Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for Women's Studies?

   • Established at Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, the Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for Women’s Studies commemorates her legacy and contributions to women’s empowerment and education. The Centre focuses on research, teaching, and extension activities related to women’s issues, gender equality, and social justice.

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   Aug 25, 2023 · Learn about Durgabai Deshmukh, the Iron Lady of India who fought for women's empowerment, education, and social reform. She was a member of the Constituent Assembly and the Planning Commission, and influenced several laws and policies.

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    Oct 29, 2018 · Durgabai walked out of her own child marriage, helped draft the Constitution, set up key institutions and led the emancipation of women from the front. T here is no question that Durgabai Deskhmukh remains one of India’s most dynamic freedom fighters, a defender of social welfare and champion of women’s rights.