Sree Narayana Guru (20 August 1856–20 September 1928) was a saint, philosopher, spiritual leader, and social reformer from Kerala.
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Source: Journals of India
The Prime Minister recently attended the centenary celebration of Mahatma Gandhi's historic 1925 conversation with Sree Narayana Guru at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.
Against Caste Injustice |
- Gave the slogan: “One Caste, One Religion, One God for All” (Oru Jathi, Oru Matham, Oru Daivam, Manushyanu) - In 1888, built a Shiva temple at Aruvippuram, defying caste restrictions - Consecrated a temple at Kalavancode with mirrors instead of idols to signify divinity within each person |
Against Conversions |
- Advocated equality but discouraged religious conversions that exploited caste inequalities - In 1923, organized the All-Region Conference at Alwaye Advaita Ashram to promote unity and resist conversions among the Ezhava community |
Source: Newindianexpress
Practice Question: Q. With reference to Sree Narayana Guru, consider the following statements: He advocated the philosophy of "One caste, one religion, one God for mankind." He led the Vaikom Satyagraha personally from the front. He was a prominent social reformer from Kerala who worked against caste discrimination. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A) 1 and 2 only B) 1 and 3 only C) 2 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: B) 1 and 3 only Explanation: Statement 1 – Correct: Sree Narayana Guru is famous for the slogan "One caste, one religion, one God for mankind," promoting social equality and spiritual unity. Statement 2 – Incorrect: Although he supported the Vaikom Satyagraha, he did not lead it personally. Leaders like K. Kelappan and T. K. Madhavan played direct roles. Statement 3 – Correct: He was a key social reformer from Kerala who worked against untouchability and caste discrimination. |
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