Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) V. D. Savarkar
Explanation:
- Vinayak Damodar Savarkar (V. D. Savarkar) and his brother Ganesh Damodar Savarkar founded the Abhinav Bharat Society (Young India Society) in 1904.
- It was a secret society aimed at overthrowing British rule in India through armed rebellion.
Information Booster:
- Initially founded as "Mitra Mela" in Nasik in 1899, it was later renamed Abhinav Bharat Society in 1904.
- The society was involved in several revolutionary activities, including the assassination of British officials, and its branches were spread across western and central India.
Additional Knowledge:
M. G. Ranade (Option a)
- He was a distinguished Indian scholar, social reformer, and author, but was a moderate leader not involved in revolutionary secret societies.
B. M. Wagle (Option c)
- He was not associated with the founding of the Abhinav Bharat Society.
S. P. Kelkar (Option d)
- He was not the founder of this revolutionary society.
None of the above/More than one of the above (Option e)
- Incorrect, as V. D. Savarkar is the exact correct answer.
So the correct answer is (b)