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Who among the following organised the Harijan Sevak Sangh as a part of his constructive programme for the removal of untouchability?

Who among the following organised the Harijan Sevak Sangh as a part of his constructive programme for the removal of untouchability? Correct Answer Mahatma Gandhi

The correct answer is Mahatma Gandhi.

  • Harijan Sevak Sangh was organized by Mahatma Gandhi in 1932 as a part of his constructive program for the removal of untouchability.

Key Points

  • Its parent organization was the All India Anti Untouchability League founded by Mahatma Gandhi earlier on 30 September 1932. 
  • This was later renamed Harijan Sevak Sangh. 
  • Its first president was Ghanshyam Das Birla and the secretary was Amritlal Takkar.
  •  It still exists as a non – governmental organization working for the welfare of Harijan or Dalit people and upliftment of the Depressed Class of India.

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