Acharya Chandana (born Shakuntala in 1937), known as Tai Maharaj by her devotees, belongs to Amarmuni Sampradaya. Chandana is the first Jain sadhvi (female renunciant) to be awarded the title of Acharya and the Padma Shri. Chandana is well-known for her social engagement and for popularising the notion of 'seva' (human service) among Jainthe community. She is the founder of Veerayatan, a non-profit, non-governmental organization based in Rajgir with centers in over ten countries. On 26 January 1937, Chandana was born as Shakuntala, in the Kataria family in the village of Chaskaman in the Pune district of Maharashtra. Her mother was Premkunwar Katariya, and her father was Manikchand Katariya. She received formal education until the third grade. From childhood, she longed to aid and serve those in need. More information...
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