WBCS.LIVE practice question

Kuka movement is associated with which of the following states?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Assam
  2. Bengal
  3. Punjab
  4. Maharashtra

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Punjab

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Punjab. The Kuka Movement, also known as the Namdhari Movement, began in Punjab during the mid-19th century. It was led by Baba Ram Singh, who aimed to reform the Sikh religion and challenge British rule as well as social evils like caste discrimination, cow slaughter, and intoxication.