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Who among the following is considered to be the first reformer to initiate educating widows?

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Dr. Annie Besant
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Gopal Krishna Gokhale
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Pandita Ramabai
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Periyar E.V.R
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The correct option is C Pandita Ramabai
Pandita Ramabai was a notable reformer who is remembered for her efforts towards women reforms. In Bombay, she opened Sarada Sadan or Home of Learning in 1889 and was shifted to Poona. She was also the first person in India to take an initiative to educate widows.

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