Question

Who was the leader of the anti-caste movement and the founder of Independent Labour Party?

• A. Acharya Narendra Dev
• B. Rafi Ahmed Kidwai
• C. A.K. Gopalan
• D. Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The leader of the anti-caste movement and the founder of the Independent Labour Party was Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar. 

Bhimrao Ambedkar, widely known as Babasaheb, was a prominent Indian jurist, economist, and social reformer. He campaigned against social discrimination towards the untouchables, while also supporting the rights of women and labor. In the political sphere, Ambedkar founded the Independent Labour Party in 1936, which sought to bring about social and economic change to improve the conditions of the oppressed classes, specifically targeting systemic caste-based discrimination. His efforts were pivotal in advancing social justice and equality in India, making him a central figure in the movement for caste reform.

Answer 2

The leader of the anti-caste movement and founder of the Independent Labour Party was Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar.

Additional Context:

• Founded the Independent Labour Party in 1936 to represent Dalits and workers
• Party contested 1937 provincial elections with focus on labor and caste issues
• Later transformed into Scheduled Castes Federation (1942) and Republican Party (1956)
• Ambedkar's movement challenged Hindu caste hierarchy through political and social reforms
• Other options were socialist leaders not primarily associated with anti-caste movement

Correct Answer: (4) Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar