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Modern Indian History UPPSC 2021 GS-I
Question

In the contexts of Indian history, which of the following statement/s is/are correct regarding Vaikom Satyagraha ?

1. It was a satyagraha against untouchability and caste discrimination.
2. Mahatma Gandhi participated in this Satyagraha.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Both 1 and 2

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Both 1 and 2”.
The Vaikom Satyagraha (1924–1925) was a satyagraha against untouchability and caste discrimination.

It aimed to allow untouchables access to the public roads leading to the Vaikom temple in Travancore (present-day Kerala), which were restricted to upper castes.

The movement gained more power when Mahatma Gandhi reached Vaikom on March 1925 and held discussions with leaders of various caste groups.

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