Accamma Cherian is known as the "Jhansi Rani of Kerala" (or more specifically, Travancore) ( Joan of Arc) for her role as a fearless freedom fighter against British rule and the oppressive Maharaja of Travancore. She was a teacher who quit her job to join the independence movement, leading a historic protest against the suppression of the Travancore State Congress.
A fearless leader: Accamma Cherian led a massive protest in 1938, where she famously told police, "Shoot me first" rather than let her protestors be harmed. This act of defiance forced the authorities to lift the ban on the State Congress and release its leaders.
Recognized by Gandhi: Her bravery and leadership earned her the admiration of Mahatma Gandhi, who gave her the title "Jhansi Rani of Travancore".
A life of activism: After independence, she was elected to the Travancore Legislative Assembly and continued her fight against injustice until her death.

Who was known as Joan of Arch of Kerala ?

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