Annie Besant (1847–1933) was a British socialist, theosophist, women's rights activist, and Indian independence advocate who became president of the Theosophical Society in 1907 and later of the Indian National Congress.
Built the Theosophical Society into a global movement; played a role in Indian nationalism; exemplified the connection between progressive social reform and esoteric spirituality.
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