Question

With reference to Satyashodhak Samaj, consider the following statements:

1. It was founded by Jyotiba Phule.

2. It opposed brahmanical domination.

3. It aimed to liberate low castes by educating them and teaching them their rights.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 1 and 3 only
3. 2 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3 only

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : 1, 2 and 3 only

 The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3

All the statements are correct

• It was founded by Jyotiba Phule in 1873 to fight Brahmanic domination and to liberate low castes by educating them and teaching them their rights.
• He advocated the cause of untouchables.
• Jyotiba also started a school for untouchables and an orphanage for widows.
• His books, Ghulamgiri and Sarvajanik Satyadharma Pustak questioned the traditional customs and beliefs of society.