There were only 15 women in India’s Constituent Assembly, which first convened in 1946 with 299 members. A new book ‘The Fifteen’ highlights the contributions of these trailblazing women in shaping India’s Constitution, and their struggles for gender and social justice, while battling myriad challenges in their own lives.
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“She goes after what she wants!” Hansa Makhijani Jain, author of a biography on Kamala Harris, shares insights into the life and journey of the first woman to be sworn in as US Vice President.
UK educator Shahneila Saeed is on a mission to make computing concepts accessible by children and parents – without using computers!
Anuradha Roy, whose latest novel is shortlisted for the prestigious International Dublin Literary Award 2020, talks to us about women’s choices, writing and life during lockdown.
Author Roopa Pai has simplified the mighty spiritual tomes of India for curious kids – and grownups love her books just as much.
We review the latest non-fiction titles with women at the top and centre.
Here are seven remarkably fresh titles that your kids (and you!) will love reading.
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