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Amina Abbas Tyabji

Amina Abbas Tyabji (1866-1942) was a formidable force in India’s struggle for independence and a pioneer in women’s education. Born on 15 May 1866 into one of Bombay’s most distinguished political families, she was the daughter of Badruddin Tyabji,...

Amina Kishore

Professor Amina Kishore is a highly celebrated Indian educationist, renowned for a distinguished career spanning nearly four decades at the forefront of higher education and women’s empowerment. Her extensive contributions at two of India’s premier...

Ashrafunnisa Begum

Ashrafunnisa Begum (1840–1903), historically revered as ‘Bibi Ashraf’ or by her honorific title ‘Ustani Sahiba’ (The Lady Teacher), stands as a monumental figure in the history of social reform and female education in colonial North...

Asifa Zamani

Asifa Zamani (Prof) is a distinguished Indian scholar acclaimed for her extensive contributions to Persian literature and education. A specialist in the Persian language, her work has been pivotal in advancing its study and promotion within India. Her efforts have not...

Ayesha Kidwai

Professor Ayesha Kidwai, a distinguished theoretical linguist at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), was awarded the Infosys Prize in Humanities – Linguistics in 2013 for her exceptional contributions to the field. The prize celebrated her groundbreaking research...