Social Reformers — Set 4
Famous People · समाज सुधारक · Questions 31–40 of 70
Who founded the 'Self-Help Group' (SHG) movement prototype through the Self-Employed Women's Association (SEWA)?
Correct Answer: C. Ela Bhatt
Ela Bhatt started SEWA in 1972 to organize women workers in the informal sector and provide them with financial security. It is the largest trade union of informal workers in the world. She won the Ramon Magsaysay Award for her work in community leadership.
Which social reformer founded the 'Ramakrishna Mission' in 1897?
Correct Answer: D. Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda established the mission to carry out the philosophy of his teacher through social service. The mission works in the fields of healthcare, disaster relief, and education. Its headquarters is located at Belur Math in West Bengal.
Who founded the 'Atmiya Sabha' in 1815 to discuss philosophical and religious topics?
Correct Answer: C. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Raja Ram Mohan Roy formed the Atmiya Sabha in Calcutta as a precursor to the Brahmo Samaj. It was a group for free-thinking individuals to debate the evils of contemporary society. The meetings focused on monotheism and the rejection of meaningless rituals.
Which reformer started the newspaper 'Mooknayak' to represent the voice of the voiceless?
Correct Answer: B. B.R. Ambedkar
B.R. Ambedkar launched the weekly journal 'Mooknayak' (Leader of the Silent) in 1920 with the support of Shahu Maharaj. It was a crucial platform for discussing the hardships faced by the untouchable communities. This was his first venture into the field of journalism.
The 'Pandiita' title was conferred upon which woman reformer by the University of Calcutta?
Correct Answer: B. Pandita Ramabai
Pandita Ramabai was an eminent Sanskrit scholar and social reformer who championed women's rights. She traveled to England and the US to study education and raise funds for Indian women. She founded the Mukti Mission for the destitute and widows.
Who founded the 'All India Scheduled Castes Federation' in 1942?
Correct Answer: B. B.R. Ambedkar
Dr. Ambedkar established this federation as a political party to fight for the rights of the Scheduled Castes. It was a successor to his earlier Independent Labour Party. The organization played a role in the lead-up to India's independence.
Which social reformer is associated with the 'Sarda Act' of 1929 regarding child marriage?
Correct Answer: D. Harbilas Sarda
Harbilas Sarda introduced the Child Marriage Restraint Act, which became popularly known as the Sarda Act. It fixed the minimum age of marriage for girls at 14 and boys at 18. This was a landmark piece of legislation in the history of social reform in India.
Who founded the 'Sulabh International' to promote social reform through sanitation?
Correct Answer: D. Bindeshwar Pathak
Bindeshwar Pathak founded this NGO in 1970 to end the practice of manual scavenging and promote affordable sanitation. He was a pioneer in using technology to solve social problems related to hygiene. He received the Padma Bhushan and the Stockholm Water Prize.
The 'Bharat Stree Mahamandal', the first major women's organization in India, was founded by?
Correct Answer: D. Sarala Devi Chaudhurani
Sarala Devi Chaudhurani established this organization in Allahabad in 1910 to promote women's education. It aimed to bring women from all parts of India together for their common welfare. She was also a prominent figure in the revolutionary movement in Bengal.
Who is known as the 'Mother of Indian Revolution' and fought for social justice from abroad?
Correct Answer: B. Madam Bhikaji Cama
Madam Cama was a revolutionary who unfurled the first version of the Indian national flag in Germany in 1907. She worked for the cause of Indian independence and social reform while in exile in Europe. She was a strong advocate for the rights of women and the underprivileged.