Self-Respect Movement

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Who founded the Self-Respect Movement?
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E. V. Ramasamy, also known as Periyar, founded the Self-Respect Movement in 1925.
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What was the main objective of the Self-Respect Movement?
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The main objective was to promote self-respect and eradicate social inequalities, particularly focusing on caste discrimination.
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In which region of India did the Self-Respect Movement primarily occur?
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The Self-Respect Movement primarily took place in Tamil Nadu, India.
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Which notable Indian leader supported the Self-Respect Movement?
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Mahatma Gandhi was among those who acknowledged the contributions of the Self-Respect Movement, despite differences in approach.
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How did the Self-Respect Movement influence Dravidian politics?
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The movement laid the foundation for Dravidian political ideologies, focusing on social justice and self-respect.
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What is a key characteristic of the Self-Respect Movement's approach to traditional religious practices?
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The movement emphasized rationalism and often criticized and rejected traditional religious practices and superstitions.
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Which social group was the primary focus of the Self-Respect Movement?
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The movement primarily focused on empowering the lower-caste and oppressed communities in Indian society.
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When did the Self-Respect Movement gain significant momentum?
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The movement gained significant momentum in the late 1920s and the 1930s.
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What publication was associated with the Self-Respect Movement?
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'Kudi Arasu' was a publication associated with the movement, used to spread its ideologies.
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What was the role of women in the Self-Respect Movement?
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Women played a crucial role, advocating for gender equality and social reform within the movement.
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How did the Self-Respect Movement address marriage customs?
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The movement opposed arranged marriages and promoted self-respect marriages without priests, an emphasis on personal consent.
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Which international ideology influenced the Self-Respect Movement?
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The ideologies of rationalism and humanism from the West influenced the Self-Respect Movement.
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What impact did the Self-Respect Movement have on language politics in Tamil Nadu?
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It endorsed the importance of Tamil language over Hindi imposition, impacting regional language politics.
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How was atheism connected to the Self-Respect Movement?
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Atheism was embraced by some within the movement as a rejection of religious hierarchy and superstition.
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What was E. V. Ramasamy's view on the Indian independence struggle?
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While supportive of independence, he criticized the nationalist movement for overlooking social reforms.
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