Question

Which of the following literary journal started by Kumaranasan in 1904 to serve as a voice of the underprivileged communities in Kerala ?

• A. Malayalee
• B. Swadeshabhimani
• C. Mithavadi
• D. Vivekodayam

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Vivekodayam

Vivekodayam ('Dawn of wisdom') is a Malayalam literary journal established in 1904 to serve as a voice of the underprivileged communities in the Indian state of Kerala particularly the Ezhavas who were regarded as untouchables. It was founded by Kumaran Asan, a poet, social reformer, disciple of Narayana Guru and founder-secretary of the associated SNDP Yogam, who was inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda