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History GK · Q227

Modern Indian History

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 227

Q227

Whom did Bal Gangadhar Tilak refer to as his Political Guru?

A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Ram Mohan Roy
C.
Sisir Kumar
D.
Dadabhai Naoroji
Answer
E.
None of these

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement, referred to Dadabhai Naoroji as his Political Guru. Naoroji, often known as the Grand Old Man of India, was a key figure in the early years of the Indian National Congress. He played a crucial role in shaping the ideological and political framework of the Indian nationalist movement. His emphasis on economic critique of British rule and advocacy for self-rule influenced many later leaders, including Tilak.