The Gurukula system was a traditional system of education in ancient India, where students lived with their teacher (guru) and learned from them.

Education in ancient India was primarily focused on religious studies, with an emphasis on the Vedas and other sacred texts.

The Shudras, who were considered to be the lowest social group in ancient India, were traditionally excluded from formal education.

The British colonial rule introduced a modern education system in India, which was based on the British model.

The primary objective of the British colonial education system in India was to create a workforce for the colonial administration.

The Brahmins, who were traditionally the priestly class in India, benefited the most from the British colonial education system.

The caste system created a divide between different social groups in India, with some groups being denied access to education.

Savitribai Phule was a social reformer who played a significant role in promoting education for women in India.

Savitribai Phule established the first school for girls in India in 1848.

Jyotirao Phule advocated for the education of all social groups, including the Shudras.

Jyotirao Phule established the Satyashodhak Samaj in 1873 to promote education and social equality in India.

Dayanand Saraswati founded the Arya Samaj in 1875 to promote education and social reform in India.

Annie Besant founded the Theosophical Society in 1875 to promote education and spiritual development in India.

Gopal Krishna Gokhale founded the Servants of India Society in 1905 to promote education and social service in India.

Allan Octavian Hume founded the Indian National Congress in 1885 to promote education and political rights in India.