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Which social reformer used the concept of "new questions" to challenge the practice of purdah in Bengal?

medium MCQ 2 marks Class 6 · History · New Questions and Ideas
  1. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
  2. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
  3. Lala Lajpat Rai
  4. Mahatma Gandhi
Answer
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar

The correct answer is Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar — He openly criticized purdah as an obstacle to education and freedom.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the reformer who questioned purdah.
  2. Recall that purdah was a social custom in Bengal.
  3. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar was a key reformer who advocated for women's rights.
  4. He openly criticized purdah as an obstacle to education and freedom.
Common mistake: Confusing Vidyasagar with Raja Ram Mohan Roy.

Concept tested: Social reform and questioning traditions

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