History • Modern IndiaHard
Consider the following statements regarding social reform movements in modern Kerala: 1. The 'Malayali Memorial' of 1891 was a petition submitted to the Maharaja of Travancore demanding adequate representation for educated Malayalis in government service against the dominance of outsiders. 2. The 'Ezhava Memorial' of 1896 was led by Dr. Palpu to secure civil liberties and temple entry rights for the Ezhava community. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2✓ Correct Answer
D. Neither 1 nor 2
💡 Solution & Explanation
Both the Malayali Memorial of 1891 and the Ezhava Memorial of 1896 were pivotal political petitions submitted to the Travancore ruler demanding equitable administrative representation and social rights. Dr. Palpu played a monumental role in organizing these modern social reform movements against caste-based discrimination. These campaigns laid the groundwork for the temple entry movements in southern India.
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