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_______ was the first female doctor of India.

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Dr. Anandibai Joshi
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Dr.Rakhmabai Janardan Save
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Dr. Ramabai Ranade
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Dr. Pandita Ramabai
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The correct option is A Dr. Anandibai Joshi
Dr Anandibai Joshi was the first Indian female doctor. She acquired her M.D in 1886, but could not practice medicine due to illness. Soon after, Rakhmabai Janardan Save completed her degree in medicine, and became the first practising female doctor in India.

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