Q. The earliest movement which took up the cause of lower caste against Brahmana domination was
(a) Nair Service Society
(b) Satya Shodak Society
(c) Mahajan Sangam
(d) Vokkaliga Sangha
Ans: (b) Satya Shodak Society
Explanation: The earliest movement which took up the cause of lower castes against Brahmana domination was the Satya Shodhak Samaj, also known as the Satya Shodak Society. The Satya Shodak Samaj was founded by Jyotirao Phule in Maharashtra in the late 19th century. It aimed to challenge the social and religious dominance of the Brahmins and promote the rights and welfare of the lower castes, including Dalits. The society advocated for social equality, education for all, and the abolition of caste-based discrimination and oppression. Therefore, the correct answer is (b) Satya Shodak Society.