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The Social Science Congress at Sheffield: Sir Manockjee Cursetjee...on education in India, 1865. Creator: Unknown
education in India, 1865. View of '...the meeting, on Friday, of the Educational Department, Mr. Thomas Chambers, M.P., presiding, when Sir Manockjee Cursetjee, a Parsee gentleman of Bombay, not less distinguished by his liberality and enlightenment than by his wealth and commercial position, made an interesting statement with regard to the improvement of female education in India, of which he has long been a zealous and influential promoter. He described the means by which, two years ago, an institution was opened at Bombay for the education of a limited number of daughters of respectable native families. He had previously tried the experiment in his own family, and it had proved successful. A strong prejudice, however, still subsisted in the country against female education; and, without the cooperation of their European brethren, it was impossible for enlightened natives to accomplish all those changes which they were desirous of seeing carried out. The speech of Sir Manockjee Cursetjee, which was fluently delivered, was listened to with attention, and appeared to excite general interest'. From "Illustrated London News", 1865
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**A Pioneering Voice for Education in India: Sir Manockjee Cursetjee at The Social Science Congress, Sheffield (1865)**
This historic photograph captures a pivotal moment in the struggle for education reform in India during the mid-19th century. At the Social Science Congress held in Sheffield, England, esteemed Parsee gentleman Sir Manockjee Cursetjee delivered an impassioned speech on improving female education in India. A prominent advocate for women's empowerment and enlightenment, Sir Manockjee shared his experiences establishing a pioneering institution at Bombay (now Mumbai) to educate daughters of respectable native families just two years prior.
As he spoke before the Educational Department meeting, presided over by Mr. Thomas Chambers MP, Sir Manockjee highlighted both the successes and challenges faced in promoting female education amidst prevailing societal prejudices. His words resonated with attendees, who listened intently as he emphasized the crucial role of European cooperation in achieving meaningful change.
This powerful image not only commemorates a significant moment in Indian history but also serves as a testament to Sir Manockjee's unwavering commitment to empowering women and girls through education. As we gaze upon this photograph from 1865, we are reminded that even centuries ago, visionary individuals like Sir Manockjee were working tirelessly towards creating a more just and equitable world for all.
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