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Who was the founder of the Satyashodhak Samaj?
Question

Who was the founder of the Satyashodhak Samaj?

A.

Ghasidas

B.

Haridas Thakur

C.

Jyotirao Phule

D.

Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar

Correct option is C


The correct answer is (c) Jyotirao Phule.
· Jyotirao Phule was the founder of the Satyashodhak Samaj in 1873.
· The Satyashodhak Samaj (Society of Seekers of Truth) was established to fight against the social injustices faced by lower castes and women, and it aimed at promoting social equality and education for all.
· Phule was a prominent social reformer who worked tirelessly for the upliftment of marginalized sections of society, particularly focusing on the abolition of untouchability and caste discrimination.
Information Booster:
Ghasidas:
· Ghasidas was the founder of the Satnami movement, a sect that fought for the rights of Dalits in central India.
Haridas Thakur:
· Haridas Thakur was a prominent saint of the Bhakti movement, known for his devotion to Lord Krishna.
Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar:
· Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar was a key figure in social reform in Bengal, especially in the fields of education and women's rights, including the promotion of widow remarriage.

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