Q. Who of these leaders was the founder of \u2018Satyashodhak Samaj\u2019?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(a) B.R. Ambedkar<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(b) Gandhi<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(c) Jyotirao Phule<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(d) Malabari<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ans: (c) Jyotirao Phule<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Explanation: The founder of the ‘Satyashodhak Samaj’ was Jyotirao Phule. Jyotirao Phule was a prominent social reformer and thinker from Maharashtra, India, during the 19th century. He established the ‘Satyashodhak Samaj’ in 1873 with the aim of promoting social equality, education, and the rights of marginalized communities, particularly the Dalits (formerly known as “untouchables”). The Satyashodhak Samaj challenged the prevailing social and caste-based hierarchies, advocated for the empowerment of the lower castes, and sought to eradicate social injustices prevalent in society. Jyotirao Phule’s efforts through the Satyashodhak Samaj had a profound impact on the social reform movement in Maharashtra and beyond.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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