Q. Of the following, the organisation that had a programme, which was “a forerunner to Gandhian programme for the upliftment of Harijans”?
(a) Theosophical Society
(b) Depressed Classes Mission of India
(c) Ramakrishna Mission
(d) Schedule Caste Federation
Ans: (b) Depressed Classes Mission of India
Explanation: The correct answer is (b) Depressed Classes Mission of India.
The Depressed Classes Mission of India, also known as the Depressed Classes Mission Society, was an organization that worked towards the upliftment and welfare of the marginalized and oppressed communities, particularly the Scheduled Castes (formerly known as the Depressed Classes).
The organization was established in the early 20th century and aimed to address the social, educational, and economic challenges faced by the Scheduled Castes. It focused on providing education, healthcare, vocational training, and other forms of support to uplift the socio-economic status of the marginalized communities.
The Depressed Classes Mission of India’s program can be considered as a forerunner to the Gandhian program for the upliftment of Harijans (a term used by Mahatma Gandhi to refer to the untouchables).
Therefore, the correct answer is (b) Depressed Classes Mission of India.
