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KNOWN AS a social reformer, thinker, writer and activist, Mahatma Jyotirao Phule was born on April 11, 1827, in Satara, Maharashtra. He opened the first school for girls from the lower segment of society and strongly endorsed the anti-caste movement. He also took a range of initiatives to promote education for women.

He was a popular Indian activist who was known to uplift society through his efforts and contributions. Jyotirao Phule was the pioneer of the Satyashodhak Samaj, an organisation dedicated to the social upliftment of oppressed communities. He wrote many books and articles on social issues, including the famous book ‘Gulamgiri,’ which criticised the caste system and advocated for the rights of Dalits. On the special occasion of his birth anniversary, we bring you some inspirational quotes by the social reformer to inhibit in your lives.

Inspirational Quotes By Jyotirao Phule

1. "Caste is a monster that crosses your path every step you take."

2. "Knowledge without action is useless, and action without knowledge is futile."

3. "If you educate a man, you educate an individual. But if you educate a woman, you educate an entire family."

4. "No man should tolerate injustice, whether it be against himself or against another."

5. "Let us unite to oppose the oppressive caste system and work towards creating a just and equitable society."

6. "If the Brahmans really wish to unite the people of this country and take the nation ahead, then first they must drown their cruel religion, which is customary amongst both the victors (Brahmans) and the vanquished (Shudras), and they publicly and clearly, must cease using any artifice in their relationship with the Shudras, who have been demeaned by that religion and trample on inequality and the Vedanta opinion, and till a true unity is established, there will be no progress in this country."

7. "Brahmins say that education has made them repentant. In fact, they reform themselves only to secure themselves in good positions with the British. While at home they continue to worship pieces of stone."

8. "Let there be schools for the Shudra in every village, but away with all Brahmin school masters! The Shudras are the life and sinews of the country, and it is to them alone and not to the Brahmins that the Government must ever look to tide them over their difficulties, financial as well as political. If the hearts and minds of the Shudras are made happy and content, the British Government need not fear for their loyalty in the future."

9. "Do not use the wrong means to do good work."

10. "Education is the primary requirement of man and woman."