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History GK · Q80

18th Century Revolts And Reform

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 80

Q80

What did Raja Ram Mohan Roy actively seek reforms in?

A.
Promoting intercaste marriages
B.
Teaching the Vedas in schools
C.
Ending the practice of Sati
Answer
D.
Building more temples

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Raja Rammohan Roy supported women's rights. He was known for his efforts to abolish Sati Pratha (Hindu funeral practice in which widows were compelled to sacrifice themselves with their husband's pyre) and child marriage. Due to his unending efforts, Sati was declared illegal in 1829.