Begum Rokeya: Establishment of first school for Muslim girls - Indian History
Q. Consider the following statements
1. Begum Rokeya was a notable Muslim feminist
2. She established the first school aimed primarily at Muslim girls
Which of the above statements is/are correct?- Published on 11 Jul 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
ANSWER: Both
Begum Roquia also founded the Anjuman e Khawateen e Islam (Islamic Women's Association), which was active in holding debates and conferences regarding the status of women and education. She advocated reform, particularly for women, and believed that parochialism and excessive conservatism were principally responsible for the relatively slow development of Muslims in British India. As such, she is one of the first Islamic feminists.
