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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 33

SSC CGL - 27 July 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q33

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Who was associated with the foundation of the Fergusson College?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Bal Gangadhar Tilak.

  • Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a leading Indian nationalist and reformer, was pivotal in the establishment of Fergusson College in Pune in 1885.
  • His commitment to educational reform and empowerment of Indian youth was central to the college's establishment.
  • Tilak, along with other influential leaders, envisioned the college as a vehicle for advancing higher education, promoting intellectual growth, and fostering a sense of nationalism.
  • The institution became a significant milestone in India's educational and social reform movement, reflecting Tilak's broader mission for national progress.