Q. Who established the Paramdham Ashram?
(a) Mahatma Gandhi
(b) Acharya Kriplani
(c) Acharya Vinoba Bhave
(d) None of these
Ans: (c) Acharya Vinoba Bhave
Explanation: The Paramdham Ashram was established by Acharya Vinoba Bhave.
Acharya Vinoba Bhave was a prominent disciple of Mahatma Gandhi and a key figure in the Indian independence movement. He is known for his advocacy of nonviolence and his efforts in promoting land reform and social justice. After the independence of India, Vinoba Bhave initiated the Bhoodan (land gift) movement, in which he walked through the country asking landlords to voluntarily donate land to the landless poor. The movement aimed to address the issue of land distribution and provide land to the landless.
As part of his spiritual and social work, Vinoba Bhave established the Paramdham Ashram in Pavnar, Maharashtra. The ashram served as a center for spiritual and social activities, including discussions on rural development, self-sufficiency, and the promotion of Gandhian ideals.
Therefore, the correct answer is (c) Acharya Vinoba Bhave.