Q. With reference to the Madras Mahajan Sabha, consider the following statements
1.It was founded in 1884 to coordinate the activities of local associations in the Madras Presidency.
2.Badruddin Tyabji was one of its founding members.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation

  • The Madras Mahajan Sabha was formed in May 1884 to bring together local political associations and act as a unifying body in the Madras Presidency.
  • Badruddin Tyabji was associated with the Bombay Presidency Association, not the Madras Mahajan Sabha.
  • The Sabha was founded by V. Raghavachari, G. Subrahmanyam Aiyar, and Anand Charlu.

Source: Spectrum’s A Brief History of Modern India

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