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Hunger Strike Medal
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Margaret Cousins
1878-11-07 – 1954-03-11
Life & Legacy
Margaret Elizabeth Cousins (née Gillespie; 7 November 1878 – 11 March 1954), known as Gretta Cousins, was an Irish-Indian educationist, suffragist and Theosophist, known for founding the All India Women's Conference (AIWC) and co-founding the Women's Indian Association (WIA).
Cousins is credited with preserving the tune of the Indian National Anthem Jana Gana Mana, and was a member of the Flag Presentation Committee which presented the National Flag to the Constituent Assembly on 14 August 1947.
Occupation & Career
teacher, suffragette, composer, pedagogue, theosophist
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Hunger Strike Medal
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Hunger Strike Medal
Organizations & Memberships
National Flag Presentation Committee
Verified Legacy Record
Family Spouse
James Cousins
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q4943813 · wikidata
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