A Study on Women and Society in the Light of Education

Abstract

Education is a strong and effective tool for promoting social development from the earlier period of history. Widespread education can spark the process of social change by changing social thoughts, beliefs and customs. A good education can create the environment of social equality and gives everyone the same opportunities or possibilities regardless of caste, class, religion, or social background. Additionally, it teaches individuals how to live a healthy, prosperous life and helps them let go of social rigidity. Looking back over the last few decades, it is clear that women’s place in the society has evolved significantly in many ways; among them education can be considered as the most reliable one. A well-planned education empowers women to take part in every sphere of society and gives them the courage and confidence to speak up in opposition to any kind of unfavourable aspects of society. The present study is an attempt to explore women participation in reshaping the society by eradication of social illness and inequalities. The author also recalled the name of some lesser-known women educators in the overall process of women empowerment in Indian society in comparison to the western world. Keywords: Education, Society, Savitribai Phule, Lesser-known Women Educators, Mary Wollstonecraft, Maria Montessori