Why in News?
National Women’s Day in India is observed on February 13 to honor the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu.
Significance
- Recognizing Women’s Contributions – Highlights the role of women in India’s independence and progress.
- Empowerment & Equality – Encourages discussions on women's rights and gender equality.
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About Sarojini Naidu (1879–1949)
- Born: February 13, 1879, in Hyderabad
Known as: The Nightingale of India for her inspiring poetry
- Famous as: A prominent freedom fighter, poet, and political leader.
- Role in Freedom Struggle:
- Active in Civil Disobedience Movement & Quit India Movement
- Worked closely with Mahatma Gandhi
- First Indian woman to become President of the Indian National Congress (1925)
- First woman to serve as a Governor in independent India (Governor of Uttar Pradesh, 1947)
- Poetic Contributions:
Her famous works include The Golden Threshold, The Bird of Time, and The Broken Wing, blending themes of patriotism, nature, and feminism.
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