Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar

A 19th-century Indian reformer who revolutionized education and women's rights in Bengal.

Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar (1820–1891) was a Bengali polymath whose reforms reshaped Indian society. As an educator, he simplified Bengali script and established accessible schools. He championed women's rights, securing legal recognition for widow remarriage via the 1856 Widow Remarriage Act. His work in orphan care and caste reform earned him the title 'Vidyasagar' (Ocean of Knowledge). Explore his legacy on Wikipedia and IndianExpress.