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3 Luminaries of Education

1. This image shows a social reformer who started the first school for
girls in India in 1848 and is known as the first female teacher of the
country. Identify her.

2. This renowned scientist, shown in the image, is known as the
“Missile Man of India” and promoted technical education in the
country. He also served as the 11th President of India. Identify him.

3. This mathematician, shown in the image, won the
Fields Medal in 2014 for his contributions to number
theory. Identify him

4. The person in this image is known for
his role in abolishing the practice of Sati and
promoting modern education. He is often
called the “Father of Modern India.” Name
him.
Ancient Centers of
Learning:
India is home to ancient
universities like Takshila
and Nalanda, which were 5. The person in this image was India’s first
among the first institutions Education Minister after independence.
in the world providing He emphasized free and compulsory
higher education and education and helped establish premier
attracting students from all institutions like IITs. Name him.
over the globe.

Raja Ram Mohan Roy, 5. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Savitribai Phule, Manjul Bhargava, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul
Kalam

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