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Death of Annie Besant at Adyar

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Death of Annie Besant at Adyar
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Annie Besant, Theosophical Society president and Home Rule leader, died at Adyar in Madras.

Annie Besant had become president of the Theosophical Society in 1907, with its international headquarters at Adyar in Madras. She was active in Indian politics, joined the Indian National Congress and led the Home Rule movement. She died at Adyar on 20 September 1933 at the age of 85. The Theosophical Society headquarters at Adyar remained a centre for her followers.

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  2. 1916

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      Annie Besant launches the Home Rule League at Adyar

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  3. 1917

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  5. 1935

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