Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Singh Sabha Movement
Explanation:
. Singh Sabha Movement (1870s) established Khalsa schools, colleges like Khalsa College Amritsar promoting modern education with Sikh values.
. Responded to Christian, Arya Samaj proselytising; stressed Punjabi, women education.
. Founded in Punjab; created network blending secular-religious learning.
Information Booster:
. Khalsa College Amritsar (1892) flagship institution.
. Aroused Sikh identity amid colonial changes.
. Preceded Akali political activism.
Additional Knowledge:
Akali Movement (Option a)
. 1920s Gurudwara reform; political not educational focus.
. SGPC formation key.
Gurudwara Movement (Option c)
. Linked to Akali; temple control not schools.
. Non-cooperation against mahants.
Nirankari Movement (Option d)
. 19th century reform; idol worship opposition.
. No educational institutions network.