Kamal Devi Chattopadhyaya: A Cultural Icon

A prominent figure in India's freedom struggle known for her bravery.

A commitment made by individuals to work towards India's independence.

An open ground in Mumbai where people gathered for significant events in India's freedom movement.

The national flag of India symbolizing freedom and unity.

A non-violent movement led by Gandhi to resist British laws, starting with the salt march.

A historic march led by Gandhi to protest against salt laws by walking to Dandi.

Kamaladevi’s advocacy for women to join the salt march, emphasizing their role in freedom.

The location where Kamaladevi auctioned salt to challenge British laws.

Kamaladevi played a leading role in the comic skit 'Returned from Abroad' in 1918, contributing to India's theatre movement.

The plays that Kamaladevi and Harindranath created focused on social issues like the caste system and untouchability.

Kamaladevi's son, Rama, was born in 1923 and inherited talents in singing and acting.

Kamaladevi established the Indian National Theatre in 1945 in Bombay to promote theatre arts.

The Satyagraha Sabha was initiated by Gandhiji in February 1919, opposing the Rowlatt Act with a pledge of noncompliance.

Kamaladevi became an organizer of women workers and a member of the Working Committee of Congress.

Kamaladevi's political life began as a volunteer with a broom and basket, showing grassroots involvement.

Kamaladevi organized the Indian unit of the International Theatre Institute, known later as Bharatiya Natya Sangh, in 1946.

India began exporting cashew nuts in the 1930s, focusing on kernel appearance.

A successful strike organized by Kamaladevi for worker's rights.

The residence of the Nehru family where Kamaladevi was invited.

Kamaladevi insisted on the presence of the Indian flag during a conference in 1929.

The demand for complete independence from British rule in India.

Encouragement of folk dances in Indian schools after Kamaladevi's return from Europe.

Traditional textiles promoted by Kamaladevi, made into Khadi for craft revival.

The act of working together for a common goal, especially highlighted by Kamaladevi's initiatives.

A system where loans are offered to farmers with expert advice to improve their agricultural practices.

Groups organized to support women in various crafts, fostering economic independence and community.

An organization established in 1952 to promote and develop handicrafts across India, chaired by Kamaladevi.

Designs created by Kamaladevi to make the traditional handspun cloth khadi attractive and marketable.

A handicrafts shop in the Capital, transformed by Kamaladevi into a popular destination for crafts.

Collaborative groups established to support weavers through credit and facilities, promoting handloom products.

Kamaladevi's efforts to discover and document various crafts across villages in India.

Kamaladevi received several prestigious awards for her contributions, including the Magasaysay Award.

An award given to Kamaladevi in 1962 for her work in social and economic fields.

An honorary degree awarded by Vishvabharati University to Kamaladevi.

Kamaladevi was surprised when notified about her Magasaysay Award, calling it a mistake.

A pivotal movement in India that Kamaladevi contributed to, focusing on arts and crafts.

Kamaladevi played a significant role in developing theatre arts in India, influencing young artists.

Trust to which Kamaladevi donated her property and cash from awards to support theatre crafts.

A touching radio talk by Kamaladevi reflecting on life choices and values.

The date when Kamaladevi was arrested during a salt raid.

A group of volunteers Kamaladevi led post-release to train women.

Rama passed High School in 1939 and later attended college abroad.

An phenomenon Kamaladevi and Rama witnessed while in Scandinavian countries.

Kamaladevi was invited to tea at the White House by Eleanor Roosevelt.

Kamaladevi was honored at a party in Hollywood, highlighting her fame.

Kamaladevi wrote several works reflecting on her observations in America.

A significant event organized by Kamaladevi to support women's rights.