Jyotiba phule Biography| social reformer| Karnataka Study Group

⏩Jyotiba phule| social reformer| Karnataka Study Group #jyotibha_phule #phule #jyotibha

🙏Jyotirao Govindrao Phule🙏 (1827–1890) was a prominent Indian social reformer, thinker, writer, and activist. He worked tirelessly for the upliftment of oppressed communities, women's education, and the eradication of caste discrimination.

Key Details:

Born: 11 April 1827, in Satara, Maharashtra, India

Died: 28 November 1890, Pune, Maharashtra

Spouse: Savitribai Phule (a pioneering educator and social reformer)


Major Contributions:

1. Education for All:

Founded the first girls' school in Pune in 1848 with his wife, Savitribai Phule.

Established schools for Dalits, Shudras, and women, who were denied education at that time.



2. Fight Against Caste Discrimination:

Strongly opposed the caste system and Brahminical dominance.

Advocated for equal rights for Dalits and backward classes.



3. Satyashodhak Samaj (1873):

Founded this organization to promote social equality and fight against caste oppression.

Encouraged inter-caste marriages and widow remarriage.

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4. Women’s Empowerment:

Worked to abolish child marriage and support widow remarriage.

Opened a shelter for pregnant widows to protect them from social stigma.



5. Writings:

"Gulamgiri" (1873) – A critique of caste oppression and Brahminical dominance.

Other works include "Shetkarayacha Asud" (The Whipcord of Farmers), which highlighted the exploitation of farmers.



6. Social Justice Advocacy:

Recognized as a champion of the marginalized and a precursor to later Dalit movements.

Influenced leaders like Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.




Legacy:

Jyotiba Phule is remembered as a key figure in India’s social reform movement.

Maharashtra observes Mahatma Phule Jayanti on April 11 every year in his honor.

The Government of India honored him with the title "Mahatma" (Great Soul)
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