Annie Besant was born in London to Irish parents. In 1893, she
left for India having been influenced by the Indian culture and
civilization. She was famous as a social worker, educationalist
and journalist. She became a staunch supporter of Indian
Independence Movement and her contribution to India's freedom
struggle was remarkable. She founded the Home-Rule League. She
revived the Theosophical Society. In 1915, she chaired the
Calcutta session of the Indian National Congress. She also
edited 'New India'. She established Indian Boy Scouts
Association. She received a prestigious award for her work for
scouts. She also studied Hinduism. India is indebted to Annie
Besant for her immeasurable work for freedom struggle,
educational advancements and social reforms. She died at the age
of 86.