The Nightingale of India: Sarojini Naidu's Fight for Freedom and EqualityIn this episode of 'She Changed History,' hosts Simon and Vicky discuss the inspiring life of Sarojini Naidu, known as the Nightingale of India. Sarojini was a poet, politician, campaigner, and a key leader in the Indian independence movement and universal suffrage. The conversation begins with Simon and Vicky's personal banter about an upcoming fancy dress party and moves into the historical narrative. Born into a well-educated and privileged family, Sarojini's views on British rule were initially favorable. Her time at Girton College, Cambridge, however, exposed her to the harsh realities of British sexism, leading her to question and ultimately oppose British imperialism. She met Gandhi and became a fervent disciple of his nonviolent resistance movement (Satyagraha), advocating for both Indian independence and women's rights. The episode covers key milestones in her life, including her poetry, political speeches, involvement in the Indian suffragette movement, and crucial role in the Salt March and Quit India Movement. Sarojini's journey from admiration for the British to a staunch advocate for Indian and women's rights exemplifies her bravery and unwavering commitment to justice.● King’s College London Biography https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/sarojini-naidu● Article on Aljazeera by Nick Dallhttps://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/9/14/the-indian-poet-who-scared-white-south-africa-and-changed-it● Cambridge University Library article by Jill Whitelockhttps://specialcollections-blog.lib.cam.ac.uk/?p=28325● Armstrong History Journal article by Madisyn Staggshttps://armstronghistoryjournal.wordpress.com/2021/04/20/from-poet-to-activist-sarojini-naidu-and-her-battles-against-colonial-oppression-and-misogyny-in-20th-century-india/● Raman, Sita Anantha (2006). "Naidu, Sarojini".00:00 Introduction and Casual Conversation01:15 Introducing Sarojini Naidu: The Nightingale of India03:27 Early Life and Education06:36 Experiences in England and Changing Perceptions12:05 Return to India and Entry into Politics12:57 Advocacy for Women's Rights and Indian Independence16:18 Challenges and Setbacks in the Fight for Suffrage18:05 Colonial South Africa and the Indian Laborers19:50 Indentured Labor and Gandhi's Arrival in South Africa21:16 Gandhi's Transformation and Meeting with Sarojini22:33 Sarojini's Political Journey and Non-Violent Resistance26:25 The British Salt Monopoly and Gandhi's Salt March33:41 The Quit India Movement and Sarojini's Role37:01 India's Independence and Sarojini's Legacy37:41 Reflections on History and Non-Violent Protest41:52 Conclusion and Further Reading

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