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Download Solution PDFIn 1873, he founded the Satya-Shodhak Samaj. Who is referred to as 'he' here?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Jyotirao Phule.
- Jyotibha Phule, the founder of Satyashodhak samaj Satyashodhak Samaj(Truth-seekers' Society) was a social reform society founded by Jyotirao Phule in Pune, Maharashtra, on 24 September 1873.
Key Points
- Satyashodhak Samaj:-
- Satyashodhak Samaj (Truth-seekers' Society) was a social reform society founded by Jyotirao Phule in Pune, Maharashtra, on 24 September 1873.
- It espoused a mission of education and increased social rights and political access for underprivileged groups, focusing especially on women, Shudras, and Dalits, in Maharashtra.
- Jyotirao's wife Savitribai was the head of the women's section of society.
- The Samaj disbanded during the 1930s as leaders left to join the Indian National Congress party under Mahatma Gandhi.
- Jyotirao Govindrao Phule:-
- Jyotirao Govindrao Phule (11 April 1827 – 28 November 1890) was an Indian social activist, thinker, anti-caste social reformer, and writer from Maharashtra.
- His work extended to many fields, including the eradication of untouchability and the caste system, and women's emancipation.
- He revolted against the domination of the Brahmins and struggled for the rights of peasants and other low-caste people.
- Mahatma Jyotiba Phule was also a pioneer for women's education in India and fought for the education of girls throughout his life.
- He is believed to be the first Hindu to start an orphanage for unfortunate children.
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