Question

Who advocated for the right for Pulayas to walk along the public roads in Travancore?

• A. Ayyathan Gopalan
• B. Ayyankali
• C. Ayya Vaikundar
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Ayyankali

• The most prominent leader who tirelessly advocated for the right of Pulayas to walk along public roads in Travancore was Ayyankali.

• Born into the Pulaya community, Ayyankali experienced firsthand the severe discrimination and oppression, including the denial of access to public roads, education, and other basic human rights. He spearheaded various movements and acts of defiance to challenge these injustices.