Jyotirao Phule date of birth:
April 11, 1827
How old was Jyotirao Phule when died?
63
Where was Jyotirao Phule born?
Satara district
When did Jyotirao Phule die?
November 28, 1890
What is Jyotirao Phule nationality?
Indian
What is Jyotirao Phule's occupation?
Activist
Short Biography
Jyotirao Govindrao Phule (11 April 1827 – 28 November 1890) was an Indian activist, thinker, social reformer, writer and theologist from Maharashtra. He and his wife, Savitribai Phule, were pioneers of women's education in India. His work extended to many fields including education, agriculture, caste system, women and widow upliftment and removal of untouchability. He is most known for his efforts to educate women and the lower castes as well as the masses. After educating his wife, he opened the first school for girls in India in August 1848.