After the death of her husband, Khanderao Holkar, Ahilyabai Holkar became the queen of Malwa (present-day Malwa falls into western Madhya Pradesh and southeastern Rajasthan). Under her, the kingdom's capital was Maheshwar, which is now a small town in Madhya Pradesh. Her reign lasted for 30 years, and she ruled with the utmost compassion and pride. During her time, the region prospered and scaled many new heights. She is often cited as the "philosopher queen" and an "absolute ideal ruler." She even personally led armies into battle. Indore's domestic airport and university are named after her as a tribute.
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First female doctor in India.
First female doctor in India.
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First female doctor in India and the first Indian woman to obtain a medical degree in the United States.
Anandi died at the tender age of just 21 (just before her 22nd birthday). But before that, she became the first female physician in India in 1887. Her condition deteriorated while she was in the second year of her studies. Yet, she still completed her studies and returned to India. She was later diagnosed with tuberculosis, which ultimately caused her death. She opened the gates for many young Indian women who wanted to do more than devote their life to household chores.