Which of the following revolutionary societies was organised by Vinayak Damodar Savarkar in 1904?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Abhinav Bharat Society.
- Abhinav Bharat Revolutionary Society was organized by Vinayak Damodar Savarkar in 1904.
- The Abhinav Bharat Society was founded on the belief in armed revolution as a means to challenge British colonial rule.
- The organization actively participated in revolutionary activities and was involved in the assassination of several British officials. However, its operations eventually came to an end when it was disbanded in 1952.
- The Abhinav Bharat Society evolved from an earlier group known as 'Mitra Mela,' founded by V.D. Savarkar in Nashik in 1899. Over time, the society expanded its reach, establishing branches across various parts of India and even extending its presence to London.
Other Options:
- The Anushilan Samiti, founded in 1902, was one of Bengal's most prominent revolutionary organizations.
- The Bharat Naujawan Sabha was established in 1926 by Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Yashpal to mobilize workers and peasants toward revolutionary action.
- A revolutionary group from Bengal, the Yugantar Party, emerged around 1906 and maintained close ties with the Anushilan Samiti.