English narration of a radio programme

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This was part of a series of recordings done by All India Radio over a year, celebrating 75 years of independence. This series celebrated the lives and work of freedom fighters who earned India her independence, often sacrificing their lives towards the cause.

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Vocal Characteristics

Language

English

Voice Age

Young Adult (18-35)

Accents

British (General)

Transcript

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The Hindu widow remarriage act passed on the 16th of July 18 56 legalized the remarriage of widows in all jurisdictions of India under British rule drafted by Lord Dalhousie and passed by Lord Canning. It was the first major social reform legislation after the abolition of sati in 18 29 by Lord William Penning, the widow remarriage Association, which was created in 18 56 was started by Vishnu Shari Pande Kanda Muji, a prominent figure in this field started the Sati Prakash in Gujarati in 18 52 to promote the remarriage of widows. Ishwar Chandra with Dias Saar was one of the most prominent campaigners petitioned the legislative council on the fourth of October 18 55. Vidyasagar sent a petition signed by 987 individuals to the government and subsequently organized an extensive campaign. Vidyasagar used vedic literature to demonstrate that the Hindu faith permitted widow rear. Ok.