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Q · Social and Cultural UprisingsMedium · 45s
Satyashodhak Samaj (1873), aimed at social equality and anti‑caste reform, was founded by:
TopicSocial and Cultural Uprisings
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Meaning: A movement challenging Brahmanical dominance and promoting education among the oppressed.Correct Option Justification: Jyotirao (Mahatma) Phule established Satyashodhak Samaj in Pune in 1873.Incorrect Options:A. Ranade led Prarthana Samaj, not Satyashodhak Samaj.B. Keshab belonged to the Brahmo movement in Bengal.C. Agarkar co‑founded the Deccan Education Society; not this movement.D. Only Jyotirao Phule founded Satyashodhak Samaj.
Final Answer: Option A - Jyotirao Phule