UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank Modern History & Indian National Movement - I

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    Consider the following statements regarding the great social reformer 'Jyotirao Phule':
    1. He formed the Satya Shodhak Samaj.
    2. He opened the first school for girls in India in August 1848.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A) 1 only              

    B) 2 only

    C) Both 1 and 2     

    D)  Neither 1 nor 2

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    In September 1873, Jyotirao, along with his followers, formed the Satya Shodhak Samaj (Society of Seekers of Truth) with the main objective of liberating the Bahujans and Shudras and protecting them from exploitation and atrocities.


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