Question

    Who among the following introduced the celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi and Shivaji Festivals to bring the Indian society together and inspire patriotic feelings among the people?

    A Bal Gangadhar Tilak Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Gopal Krishna Gokhale Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Jyotirao Govind Rao Phule Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Mahadev Govind Ranade Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Bal Gangadhar transformed the simple Ganesh Puja performed at home into a social and public Ganesh festival. • He used the Ganesh Chaturthi and Shiv Jayanti (birth anniversary of Shivaji) festivals to create unity and a national spirit among the people.

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