7. What are the two important teachings of Satnam Panth?
Two important teachings of Satnam Panth are the belief that truth is God and the idea that all castes and religions are the same.
8. How was Widow-remarriage possible?
Widow-remarriage became possible due to the efforts of social reformers like Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, Pandit Vishnu Shastri, Mahadev Govind Ranade, and others.
9. What are the contributions of Jyoti Ba Phule towards fight against casteism?
Jyoti Ba Phule made significant contributions to the fight against casteism by starting the “Virtue Purifier Society”, emphasizing equal rights for lower-caste people and advocating for compulsory, fee-free primary education.
10. Point out different efforts towards women’s education.
Various efforts towards women’s education included initiatives by Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, Dayanand Saraswati, Sir Sayyed Ahmed Khan, Jyotiba Phule, Rama Bai, and many others.
11. What is required even today to eradicate the caste system completely from our society?
To completely eradicate the caste system from our society, mass awakening, education, and social unity are still required.
12. Do you think child marriage is wrong and widow marriage is absolutely right ? How? Give your views.
Child marriage is generally considered wrong as it denies children their right to education, growth, and choice in marriage. Widow remarriage is considered right as it provides widowed women with an opportunity for a new life and reduces social stigma.
