Question

why did social and religions reformers take up the task of upliftment of status of women

Answer 1

Even before& after the freedom of our nation women are always get less attention for any kind of policy implementation or any movement of main stream . Here are few reasons which led to think about women & many social workers are trying hard day & night to eliminate these hurdles to bring women on path or progress & prosperity again.
1. Dowry system
2 Child marriage
3. Child Labor
4. Illiteracy
5. Health issues
6. Job opportunities
7.reservations
8. End less hours of house hold work without getting paid or respect .
9. Girl Education
10.Lack of Women leadershsip

Answer 2

Answer:

woman were socially depressed

widow remarriage were not allowed

polygamy and purdah system were prevalent