Question

Who among the following organised the Harijan Sevak Sangh as a part of his constructive programme for the removal of untouchability?
1. BR Ambedkar
2. Periyar EVR
3. Narayana Guru
4. Mahatma Gandhi

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Mahatma Gandhi

The correct answer is Mahatma Gandhi.

• Harijan Sevak Sangh was organized by Mahatma Gandhi in 1932 as a part of his constructive program for the removal of untouchability.

• Its parent organization was the All India Anti Untouchability League founded by Mahatma Gandhi earlier on 30 September 1932. 
• This was later renamed Harijan Sevak Sangh. 
• Its first president was Ghanshyam Das Birla and the secretary was Amritlal Takkar.
•  It still exists as a non – governmental organization working for the welfare of Harijan or Dalit people and upliftment of the Depressed Class of India.