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Which Indian social reformer campaigned for the 'Abolition of Sati' and supported the English education system?

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

Answer options

  1. Swami Dayanand Saraswati
  2. Raja Rammohan Roy
  3. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
  4. Keshab Chandra Sen

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Raja Rammohan Roy

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: (B) Raja Rammohan Roy šŸ“š Explanation: Raja Rammohan Roy was a pioneer of modern India. He founded the Brahmo Samaj and worked tirelessly to eliminate the cruel practice of Sati. His efforts led to the Regulation of 1829 by Lord William Bentinck, which declared Sati illegal. He was also a strong advocate for western education and the study of science and English. He believed that modern education was essential for the intellectual and social regeneration of Indian society.