Question

Who was known as 'Kerala Gandhi' ?

• A. C Kesavan
• B. K Kelappan
• C. Sahodharan Ayyappan
• D. Pandit Karuppan

Answer 1

Answer:

B. K Kelappan

• K. Kelappan was known as 'Kerala Gandhi'.

• K. Kelappan was a prominent freedom fighter, social reformer, and Gandhian leader from Kerala.

• He played a significant role in the Vaikom Satyagraha (1924-25), which fought against untouchability and demanded temple entry rights for oppressed communities.

• He was actively involved in the Salt Satyagraha in Kerala and other movements inspired by Mahatma Gandhi.

• As a key leader of the Indian National Congress in Kerala, he advocated for khadi, village industries, and non-violence.

• He was the first President of the Nair Service Society (NSS) and worked for social unity beyond caste barriers.