In the context of Indian history, the Rakhmabai case of (1884) revolved around? 1. women’s right to gain education 2. age of consent 3. restitution of conjugal rights Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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Prelims 2020

In the context of Indian history, the Rakhmabai case of (1884) revolved around?

women’s right to gain education
age of consent
restitution of conjugal rights

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Explanation

In 1885, Bhikaji filed a petition for "restitution of conjugal rights" after 12 years of marriage.

Rukhmabai, who was married as a child, refused to live with her husband. Justice Pinhey ruled that Rukhmabai could not be forced into marriage against her will. In 1887, Rukhmabai chose to go to jail instead of living with her husband.

Queen Victoria dissolved the marriage in 1888 after Rukhmabai wrote a letter to her. Dadaji accepted monetary compensation to dissolve the marriage.

This case influenced the Age of Consent Act of 1891.

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