Mahatma Jyotiba Phule
Context
Recently, 11th April was observed as the birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule. He was a great pioneer of social reform and education in India.
About Mahatma Jyotiba Phule:
- Born in 1827 in Satara district, Maharashtra.
- He was a social reformer who fought against untouchability and caste-based discrimination and worked for women’s education and social justice.
- Along with his wife, Savitribai Phule, he established the first school for girls in 1848 in Pune.
- Founded Satya Shodhak Samaj in 1873 to promote equality and challenge Brahmanical dominance.
- Authored works like ‘Gulamgiri’ and ‘Sarvajaneek Satyadharma.’
- He was conferred the title of ‘Mahatma’ in 1888.
(Prelims Practice Question)
Q. The social reformer who founded the Satya Shodhak Samaj and worked for women’s education was:
A. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
B. Mahatma Jyotirao Phule
C. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
D. Swami Dayananda Saraswati
Answer: B. Mahatma Jyotirao Phule
