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Who among the following social reformers founded the 'Atmavidya Sangham' in 1917 to eradicate superstitious beliefs, caste discriminations, and orthodox practices among the marginalized communities of Kerala?

A. Vagbhatananda✓ Correct Answer
B. Kumaran Asan
C. Ayyankali
D. Sahodaran Ayyappan

💡 Solution & Explanation

Vagbhatananda founded the Atmavidya Sangham in 1917 at Malabar to reform orthodox religious practices and uplift marginalized communities through rational education. Other reformers like Ayyankali worked extensively for Dalit emancipation through organizations like Sadhana Jana Paripalana Sangam.

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