January 3rd holds profound historical significance in the annals of Bharat and the global narrative, witnessing pivotal events that have left an indelible mark on history. Let’s delve into the historical tapestry of January 3rd.
1. On January 3, 1831, the country’s first female teacher, Savitribai Phule, was born in Satara, Maharashtra. Savitribai Phule played a crucial role in improving the status of women and is considered one of the first modern feminists in the country. Alongside her husband, Jyotirao Phule, she placed great emphasis on women’s education. The first school for girls in the country was opened by Savitribai and Jyotirao in Pune in 1848. Following this, they together opened 17 more schools for girls. Savitribai Phule passed away on March 10, 1897, due to the plague epidemic in Pune in 1897.
* Savitribai Phule’s birth anniversary is today.
* Savitribai Phule was the first female teacher.
* Emphasis was placed on women’s education.
2. Rani Velu Nachiyar was born on January 3, 1730, in Tamil Nadu. She was the first queen to win a battle against the British. Tamils call her Veermangai, meaning ‘brave or courageous woman.’ Her husband, the king, was killed by the British during their attack on the Sivagangai Kingdom. Queen Velu Nachiyar somehow escaped from the enemies. She spent many years building the organization and preparing the army with her commanders. She started the war against the British with full preparation, displaying great courage and determination. Rani Velu Nachiyar is among those who formed the All-Women Group for the first time in her army.
* Rani Velu Nachiyar Jayanti is today.
* The queen is also called Veeramangai.
* She faced the British bravely.
3. The great revolutionary Khudiram Bose was born on January 3, 1889. Khudiram Bose sacrificed his life for Mother Bharat at the age of just 18 and was hanged on August 11, 1908. After the partition of Bengal in 1905, Khudiram Bose joined the movement for the country’s independence, sparking a new flame of freedom among the youth.
* Revolutionary Khudiram Bose’s birth anniversary is today.
* He was hanged with Geeta in his hands.
* He sacrificed his life at the age of just 18.
4. Scientist Satish Dhawan passed away on January 3, 2002. He made significant contributions to the Bharatiya Space Research Organization and the Bharatiya Space Programme, serving as its third chairman. The space center at Sriharikota, now known as Satish Dhawan Space Centre, has been dedicated to him.
* Death anniversary of scientist Satish Dhawan is today.
5. January 3, 2024, is the third day of this year according to the Gregorian calendar, and today is Wednesday.
* Third day of this year is today.
* Today is Wednesday.
* Year 2024 is a leap year.
* Leap day will be in February.
Comments