ki hajar dewantara Quotes
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Ki Hajar Dewantara (1879-1959) was an Indonesian educator, writer, and independence activist. Born as Raden Mas Soewardi Soerjaningrat, he took the name Ki Hajar Dewantara, meaning "noble teacher fully dedicated to the nation." He played a pivotal role in championing national education and was the founder of Taman Siswa, a popular Indonesian national education institution. Dewantara emphasized the importance of education for all, regardless of socioeconomic background or gender, and advocated for cultural identity preservation. His contributions to Indonesian education and determination for national independence have made him a revered figure in Indonesian history.