Question

The first freedom fighter to evolve non-cooperation and use of swadeshi as political weapons was
1. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
2. Mahatma Gandhi
3. Satguru Ram Singh
4. G. K. Gokhale

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Satguru Ram Singh

The correct answer is Satguru Ram Singh.

• Satguru Ram Singh
  • Satguru Ram Singh ji is one of the greatest social reformers, a spiritual teacher and national leader.
  • He was a saint of very high order, a spiritual guide who showed the way of peace in the groping humanity. 
  • He joined Khalsa army and served for several years under Kanwar Naunihal Singh (grandson of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Ji). While serving in the army he came across Baba Balak Singh Ji. The word and teaching of Baba Balak Singh Ji sank deep into his mind. 
  • In 1872 after the Maler Kota incident whole Kuka movement was outlawed, Bhaini sahib was surrounded. Satguru Ji was taken into custody and was deported first to Allahabad and then to Burma, where he remained as state prisoner.
• Bal Gangadhar Tilak
  • Father of Indian Unrest
  • strongest proponent of 'Purna swaraj.' 
  • He was given the title, 'Lokmanya', which means 'beloved leader' by his followers.
• Gopal Krishna Gokhale
  • Political teacher of Mahatma Gandhi
  • Gokhale is best remembered for his extensive work in colonial legislatures
  • Gokhale played a key role in framing the Morley-Minto reforms of 1909 and advocated for the expansion of legislative councils at both the Centre and the provinces.
• Mahatma Gandhi
  • Main face of India's Struggle
  • 2 tools - Truth and Non-Violence