Jotirao Phule

Jotirao Phule (1827-1890) was a pioneering social reformer in India, known for his efforts to improve education and uplift marginalized communities, especially women and lower castes. He founded the first girls' school in Pune in 1848 and championed the rights of the untouchables. Phule criticized the caste system and advocated for social equality, promoting the idea that education was the key to empowerment. His work laid the foundation for later social movements and his legacy continues to inspire efforts for justice and reform in India today. Phule is often regarded as an early advocate for human rights and social change.