Who among the following was the pioneer of 'Bhoodan Movement'?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Acharya Vinoba Bhave.
The Bhoodan Movement was pioneered by Acharya Vinoba Bhave, a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi. It began in 1951 at Pochampalli in Telangana when landowners voluntarily donated land to the landless poor at his appeal. The term “Bhoodan” means “land gift.” Bhave walked across villages persuading wealthy landlords to donate a portion of their land, promoting social justice and equitable distribution. This non-violent movement was a unique attempt to solve India’s agrarian inequality through voluntary means.