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Who among the following founded the 'Adidravida Mahajana Sabha' and played a pioneering role in the socio-political awakening of the depressed classes in Tamil Nadu during the early 20th century?
A. M.C. Rajah✓ Correct Answer
B. Pandithar Ayothee Thass
C. Swami Sahajananda
D. John Rathinam
💡 Solution & Explanation
M.C. Rajah was a prominent Dalit leader from Tamil Nadu who founded the Adidravida Mahajana Sabha to articulate the political and educational rights of the Adi-Dravida community. He worked tirelessly for the removal of untouchability, entry into public institutions, and adequate legislative representation for depressed classes. Pandithar Ayothee Thass founded the Sakya Mahabodhi Society, while M.C. Rajah served as a legislator in the Madras Legislative Council.
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