Episode 2 features the interesting Dr Vinita Damodaran, where we discuss the mysterious botanist Janaki Ammal. Why is she mysterious? Well, it's only because she was so well known in her time and then her name just vanished somewhere along the way! 
Perhaps her innovative spirit would revive interest in healing the Indian eco-system, if she were to be on the rupee?

Episode 2 features the interesting Dr Vinita Damodaran, where we discuss the mysterious botanist Janaki Ammal. Why is she mysterious? Well, it's only because she was so well known in her time and then her name just vanished somewhere along the way! Perhaps her innovative spirit would revive interest in healing the Indian eco-system, if she were to be on the rupee?

Episode 2 features the interesting Dr Vinita Damodaran, where we discuss the mysterious botanist Janaki Ammal. Why is she mysterious? Well, it's only because she was so well known in her time and then her name just vanished somewhere along the way!&nbsp;
Perhaps her innovative spirit would revive interest in healing the Indian eco-system, if she were to be on the rupee?

The Sugarcane Scientist

This is the an MA Public History project undertaken for Royal Holloway, University of London. 

Ever wondered about India's history outside of Independence? Ever wanted to learn beyond the scope of Gandhi and his non-violent philosophy? 
It's difficult when his face is literally EVERYWHERE, but other significant, historical figures are not given the same attention.
The Power of Paisa presents a refreshing outlook on the various historical figures associated with India, and asking the question: who else should be on the rupee note?

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This is the an MA Public History project undertaken for Royal Holloway, University of London. Ever wondered about India's history outside of Independence? Ever wanted to learn beyond the scope of Gandhi and his non-violent philosophy? It's difficult when his face is literally EVERYWHERE, but other significant, historical figures are not given the same attention. The Power of Paisa presents a refreshing outlook on the various historical figures associated with India, and asking the question: who else should be on the rupee note?

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