Azizan Bai of Kanpur

Azizan Bai played a crucial role in the socio-cultural resistance against British colonialism. Through her music, she stirred patriotic sentiments and lent her support to the Indian rebellion of 1857 by providing covert support to the rebels. Courtesans like her also helped preserve the cultural identity of India through their art during a time when the British sought to diminish indigenous culture.