Rashtra Sevika Samiti

Hedgewar, the founder of the RSS, in 1936 and had a long discussion to persuade him regarding the need for starting a women's wing in the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh itself.

So long as this force is not awakened, society cannot progress Rashtra Sevika Samiti is today the largest Hindu organization working to uphold Indian culture and traditions.

[8][9] Active Shakhas (local branches with regular gatherings of members where they practice yoga, sing nationalist/patriotic songs, military training and have discussions) of the Samiti currently operate in 5215 centers.

Samiti also runs 475 service projects all over India for the poor and underprivileged, with regard to religion, caste, creed, sect, gender, or ethnicity.

[13] Rashtra Sevika Samiti focuses on Hindu women's role in the society as leaders and agents of positive social reform.

Rashtra Sevika Samiti Pramukh Vandaneeya Shanthakka addressing a gathering