London Lectures of 1907

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Annie Besant was a multifaceted activist known for her advocacy of women's rights, Indian nationalism, and education reform. A prolific author, she wrote over three hundred works and played a key role in founding the Banaras Hindu University. Her commitment to social justice included promoting self-rule in Ireland and India, while her early public stance on atheism and scientific materialism shaped her views on human freedom. Besant dedicated her life to improving living conditions and educational opportunities for the underprivileged.