The Indian reformer Jyotirao Phule was primarily critical of which social evil of the Indian society?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The Correct Answer is option 3 i.e. Caste Discrimination.
Jyotirao Phule was primarily critical of caste discrimination and the oppressive Brahmanical social order in India. He championed the rights of lower castes (especially the Shudras and Dalits), worked to dismantle the caste hierarchy, and promoted education for oppressed communities. Through his organization Satyashodhak Samaj, he sought social justice, equality, and upliftment of marginalized groups. Phule also emphasized women's education and opposed gender discrimination.
Other Options:
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Sati System: Reformers like Raja Ram Mohan Roy focused more directly on this issue.
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Poverty: Phule recognized it, but saw caste oppression as its root.
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Child Marriage: He opposed it, but it wasn't his primary focus.