Dear student,
Women in the 19th century were pioneers of feminism. They were crucial in changing the gender roles and stereotypes. Notions like a women have to be feminine and graceful was emphasised. However, the Industrialisation and modernisation allowed women to be independent. They empowered themselves. The empowerment led to changes in society and how women was looked upon. They started to voice for equality and more freedom. Eg: equal pay for equal work, promotions for women, representation of women in local government.