Amrita Sher-Gil was an eminent Indian painter. She has been called "one of the greatest avant-garde women artists of the early 20th century" and a "pioneer" in modern Indian art.Drawn to painting at a young age, Sher-Gil started getting formal lessons in the art, at the age of eight. Sher-Gil first gained recognition at the … Continue reading Femcyclopaedia by Kirthi Jayakumar
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The Essence of a Woman
I have always believed that there is nothing more beautiful than a woman who takes pride and dignity in who she is. As I think of the most special species on earth - women, many thoughts rush my head. There's a sense of love and pride that I feel because I am a woman. I … Continue reading The Essence of a Woman
Women Trailblazers
Journey of a thousand miles starts with one small step; as did the journeys of these inspiring women we bring to you today. Nina Lekhi began her journey armed with only a burning desire to succeed despite all odds. Launched in 1990, her venture Baggit has now become one of the most popular women handbag … Continue reading Women Trailblazers
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Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy (30 July 1886, Madras – 22 July 1968) was an eminent medical practitioner, social reformer and Padma Bhushan awardee in India. She was the first woman legislator in India Muthulakshmi Reddy was appointed to the Madras Legislative Council in 1927. For her, this nomination marked the beginning of her lifelong effort to … Continue reading Femcyclopaedia by Kirthi Jayakumar
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Kiran Bedi (born 9 June 1949) is a retired Indian Police Service officer, social activist, former tennis player and politician who is the current Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry. She is the first woman to join the Indian Police Service (IPS) . She remained in service for 35 years before taking voluntary retirement in 2007 as … Continue reading Femcyclopaedia by Kirthi Jayakumar
INCREDIBLE WOMEN OF INDIA 