Q. Consider the following statements with respect to Self-Respect Movement:
1.This movement was started by Periyar.
2.This movement focused on destroying the Hindu social order and creating a new rational society without caste, religion and God.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Self Respet Movement was started by E.V. Ramaswamy Naicker he was also known as Periyar. This movement focused on destroying the Hindu social order and creating a new, rational society without caste, religion and God.

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/remember-periyar-with-a-pledge-to-embrace-dissent/article65900217.ece

 

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