Vol. 10, Issue 8, Part B (2024)

Abstract
This paper examines the pivotal role of women freedom fighters in the United Provinces (now Uttar Pradesh) and Bihar during the Indian independence movement from 1920 to 1947. Despite being marginalized in historical narratives, women in these regions made significant contributions through participation in major movements like Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, and Quit India. The study explores the activism of prominent figures such as Sarojini Naidu, Aruna Asaf Ali, and Sucheta Kripalani, as well as lesser-known local leaders who mobilized rural and urban communities. By utilizing archival research and oral histories, the paper highlights how these women challenged societal norms, organized protests, and sustained the momentum of the independence struggle. The findings emphasize the intersection of gender, caste, and nationalism, revealing the multifaceted roles these women played in both the public and private spheres. This research contributes to the broader understanding of gender dynamics in colonial resistance and the reconfiguration of social identities during the independence movement.