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What was the Temple Entry Movement?
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The Temple Entry Movement was a socio-political movement aimed at ensuring the entry of oppressed classes into Hindu temples in India.
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Which year did the Temple Entry Proclamation in Travancore take place?
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The Temple Entry Proclamation in Travancore took place in 1936.
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Who was a prominent leader advocating for temple entry rights in Mahad, Maharashtra?
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Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was a prominent leader advocating for temple entry rights in Mahad.
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What were the main goals of the Temple Entry Movement?
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The main goals were to abolish untouchability, ensure social equality, and allow all Hindus to access temples regardless of caste.
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Which Indian state was notably active in the Temple Entry Movement?
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Kerala was notably active in the Temple Entry Movement.
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Who issued the Temple Entry Proclamation in Travancore?
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The Maharaja of Travancore, Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma, issued the proclamation.
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What impact did the Temple Entry Movement have on the Indian society?
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It challenged caste discrimination, leading to greater social equality and reform within the Hindu community.
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What was the Vaikom Satyagraha?
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The Vaikom Satyagraha was a protest against untouchability in the Indian princely state of Travancore, advocating for lower caste access to roads near temples.
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Which socio-religious reformer played a crucial role in the Temple Entry Movement in Kerala?
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Narayana Guru played a crucial role in the movement.
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What other forms of protests were part of the Temple Entry Movement?
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Forms of protest included non-violent satyagrahas and marches to temple gates to demand entry.
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Which significant act related to the Temple Entry Movement occurred in 1938 in Kerala?
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The Temple Entry Act passed, allowing everyone, irrespective of caste, entry into temples in Malabar and Cochin.
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How did the Indian National Congress view the Temple Entry Movement?
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The Indian National Congress supported the movement as part of its broader struggles for social justice and reform.
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What historical event in 1932 contributed to the environment supporting the Temple Entry Movement?
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The Poona Pact in 1932, which was an agreement on the issue of minority rights for untouchables, contributed.
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What role did Gandhi play in the Temple Entry Movement?
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Gandhi supported temple entry for untouchables, advocating for abolition of untouchability.
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Which temple became a focal point for the Temple Entry Movement in Maharashtra?
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The Kalaram Temple became a focal point for the movement in Maharashtra.
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