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Ranade was a progressive social activist whose activities were deeply influenced by western culture and the colonial state. His activities ranged from religious reform to public education and reform within the Indian family.
Mahadev Govind Ranade (born Jan. 18, 1842, Niphad [India]—died Jan. 16, 1901, Poona [now Pune], India) was one of India’s Citpavan Brahmans of Maharashtra who was a judge of the High Court of Bombay, a noted historian, and an active participant in social and economic reform movements.
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Jan 16, 2020 · Learn about M.G. Ranade, the 'father of Indian economics' who also fought for widow remarriage and social progress. He was a founding member of the Congress, a judge of the Bombay High Court and a prolific writer on Maratha history.
Mahadev Govind Ranade was an Indian social reformer, a distinguished scholar and founding member of Indian National Congress. He was among the foremost reformers who denounced the caste system and untouchability.
Mar 24, 2023 · Mahadev Govinda Ranade (1842–1901), also called Madhavrao and Justice Ranade was a brilliant jurist, nationalist, socio-religious reformer, politician, historian, scholar, author, and economist.
One of India's most brilliant jurists, social reformers, and early nationalist leaders, Mahadev Govind Ranade inspired Gopal Krishna Gokhale and entire generations of young Maharashtrians to follow in his path of national service.
Learn about Mahadev Govind Ranade, a 19th-century Indian social reformer who bridged East and West and inspired change and progress. He was a pioneer of women's education, social reform, and nationalism in colonial India.
