Social Reforms — Set 2
Indian History · सामाजिक सुधार · Questions 11–20 of 100
Who established the 'Bharat Mahila Parishad' as a wing of the National Social Conference?
Correct Answer: C. Ramabai Ranade
Ramabai Ranade established the Bharat Mahila Parishad in 1904 to educate women and improve their social status. It functioned as the women's wing of the National Social Conference. The organization focused on child welfare and women's rights.
The 'Nair Service Society' was founded in 1914 by which social reformer?
Correct Answer: C. Mannath Padmanabhan
Mannath Padmanabhan founded the Nair Service Society (NSS) in 1914 in Kerala. The society worked for the social and educational advancement of the Nair community. It played a crucial role in the temple entry movements in Travancore.
Which Act, passed in 1872, is also known as the 'Native Marriage Act'?
Correct Answer: B. Civil Marriage Act
The Native Marriage Act of 1872 is also popularly known as the Civil Marriage Act. It prohibited child marriage and polygamy, but was not applicable to Hindus, Muslims, and other recognized faiths if they claimed their religion. It was heavily advocated by Keshab Chandra Sen.
Who founded the 'Servants of India Society' in 1905?
Correct Answer: D. Gopal Krishna Gokhale
Gopal Krishna Gokhale founded the Servants of India Society in Pune in 1905. The society aimed to train national missionaries for the service of India and promote true interests of the Indian people. Members were required to take vows of poverty and service.
The 'Sing Sabha Movement' sought to reform which religious community?
Correct Answer: C. Sikhs
The Singh Sabha Movement was launched in Amritsar in 1873 to reform the Sikh community. It aimed to restore the purity of Sikhism and promote modern education among Sikhs. This movement eventually led to the Akali Movement for Gurudwara reform.
Who was the main founder of the 'Madras Hindu Association' in 1904?
Correct Answer: A. Veeresalingam Pantulu
Veeresalingam Pantulu was a key founder of the Madras Hindu Association in 1904. The association focused on social purity and the abolition of the Devadasi system. Pantulu is often considered the 'Vidyasagar of the South' for his work on widow remarriage.
The 'Age of Consent Act' of 1891 forbade the marriage of girls below which age?
Correct Answer: C. 12 years
The Age of Consent Act of 1891 raised the age of consent for sexual intercourse for girls from 10 to 12 years. The act was strongly supported by reformer Behramji Malabari. However, it faced opposition from orthodox leaders like Bal Gangadhar Tilak who viewed it as British interference.
Who founded the 'All India Women's Conference' (AIWC) in 1927?
Correct Answer: C. Margaret Cousins
Margaret Cousins founded the All India Women's Conference (AIWC) in 1927. The organization initially focused on women's education but later expanded to address other women's rights issues. It became one of the oldest and most influential women's organizations in India.
The 'Self-Respect Movement' was initiated in Tamil Nadu by whom?
Correct Answer: D. E.V. Ramasamy Naicker
E.V. Ramasamy Naicker, popularly known as Periyar, initiated the Self-Respect Movement in 1925. The movement aimed to achieve a society where backward castes had equal human rights. It strongly criticized the caste system and Brahminical dominance.
Who founded the 'Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha' in 1924?
Correct Answer: C. B.R. Ambedkar
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar founded the Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha in 1924 in Bombay. The organization's motto was 'Educate, Agitate, Organize'. It worked for the socio-political upliftment of the depressed classes.