Social Reforms — Set 7
Indian History · सामाजिक सुधार · Questions 61–70 of 100
Which reformer is associated with the 'Shuddhi Movement'?
Correct Answer: B. Dayanand Saraswati
Swami Dayanand Saraswati and the Arya Samaj are associated with the Shuddhi Movement. It was a ritual to reconvert those who had converted to other religions back to Hinduism. The movement aimed to consolidate the Hindu community.
The 'Lex Loci Act' of 1850 protected the rights of converts to which religion?
Correct Answer: B. Christianity
The Lex Loci Act of 1850 protected the inheritance rights of people who converted to other religions (primarily Christianity). Before this, losing one's religion meant losing property rights. It was seen by many orthodox Hindus as a tool to encourage Christian proselytization.
Who founded the 'All India Depressed Classes Association' in 1930?
Correct Answer: D. B.R. Ambedkar
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar founded the All India Depressed Classes Association in 1930. He established it to represent the political interests of the Dalits. He advocated for separate electorates for the depressed classes through this platform.
The 'Gurukul' system of education was revived by which section of the Arya Samaj?
Correct Answer: A. Vegetarian Party (Gurukul Section)
The 'Gurukul' section of the Arya Samaj, led by Swami Shraddhanand, revived the ancient Gurukul system. They established the Gurukul Kangri near Haridwar in 1902. This faction emphasized traditional Vedic education over Western-style college education.
Who was the first President of the 'All India Trade Union Congress' (AITUC)?
Correct Answer: B. Lala Lajpat Rai
Lala Lajpat Rai was the first President of the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) when it was founded in 1920. The AITUC was formed to organize workers and fight for their rights. Rai linked the labor movement with the national freedom struggle.
The 'Veda Bhashya' (Commentary on Vedas) was written by whom?
Correct Answer: A. Dayanand Saraswati
Swami Dayanand Saraswati wrote the 'Veda Bhashya' to interpret the Vedas. He translated and commented on the Vedas to make them accessible to common people. He believed the Vedas were the source of all true knowledge.
Who founded the 'Nirankari' reform movement within Sikhism?
Correct Answer: D. Baba Dayal Das
Baba Dayal Das founded the Nirankari movement in the 1840s. It emphasized the worship of God as 'Nirankar' (formless). The movement sought to purge Sikhism of idol worship and Hindu rituals that had crept in.
The 'Namdhari' or Kuka movement was founded by whom?
Correct Answer: A. Baba Ram Singh
Baba Ram Singh is credited with organizing the Namdhari or Kuka movement. The Kukas were known for their white attire and strict moral code. It eventually took a political turn against British rule.
Who was the editor of the reformist journal 'Indian Mirror'?
Correct Answer: A. Keshab Chandra Sen
Keshab Chandra Sen was associated with the 'Indian Mirror', which started in 1861. It was the first Indian daily newspaper in English. The journal advocated for social and political reforms in India.
The 'Sadharan Brahmo Samaj' was formed in 1878 by followers who left which leader?
Correct Answer: D. Keshab Chandra Sen
The Sadharan Brahmo Samaj was formed by followers who left Keshab Chandra Sen's group in 1878. The split occurred because Sen married off his underage daughter to a prince, violating his own reformist principles. Leaders like Shivnath Shastri and Ananda Mohan Bose led the new group.