UPSC Social reform Previous Year Questions

Mahatma Jotirao Phule’s writings and efforts of social reforms touched issues of almost all subaltern classes. Discuss. (Answer in 250 words)

Consider the following statements about Raja Ram Mohan Roy: I. He possessed great love and respect for the traditional philosophical systems of the East. II. He desired his countrymen to accept the rational and scientific approach and the principle of human dignity and social equality of all men and women. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. AI only
2. BII only
3. CBoth I and II
4. DNeither I nor II

Who among the following was the founder of the 'Self-Respect Movement'?

1. A'Periyar' E.V. Ramaswamy Naicker
2. BDr. B.R. Ambedkar
3. CBhaskarrao Jadhav
4. DDinkarrao Javalkar