Q. Regarding the Bangabhasha Prakashika Sabha, consider the following statements:
1.It was established in 1836 by the associates of Raja Rammohan Roy and is considered one of the first organized political associations in India.
2.The association was led by Gaurishankar Tarkavagish and focused on discussing government policies and administrative reforms.
3.Its primary objective was to facilitate the entry of Indians into the higher echelons of the British Civil Service through the Simultaneous Examinations demand.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 & 2: Correct. It was a pioneer in using public meetings to discuss administrative issues.
- Statement 3: Incorrect. The demand for simultaneous examinations became a major focus much later (specifically by the Indian Association of Calcutta in the 1870s). The Sabhas focus was more localized on issues like the taxation of rent-free lands.
