Question

Veer Savarkar was a _____________.
A. Revolutionary
B. Moderate
C. Both
D. None

Answer 1

Hint:
> He was famous for his contribution to Indian Independence Movement.
> Veer Savarkar is often called the “Father of Hindutva”.
> He wrote a book named “The Indian War of Independence” in which he wrote about the guerilla warfare tricks used during 1857 Sepoy Mutiny.

Complete answer:
Veer Savarkar was an Indian Independence activist and politician who articulated Hindutva’s Hindu nationalist ideology who founded a secret society in Pune called Abhinav Bharat Society in 1904. He was a self-proclaimed atheist and identified himself as a political and cultural identity. From 1937 to 1943, he was elected as President of “Hindu Mahasabha”. The slogan “Hinduize all Politics and Militarize Hinduism” was given by him. He was inspired by political leaders like Lala Lajpat Rai, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and Bipin Chandra Pal in revolutionary activities. On the other hand, Veer Savarkar was a ferocious opponent of the Indian National Congress and Gandhi. He opposed the ‘Quit India Movement’ and suggested the coexistence of two nations in one country.

For option A. Revolutionary
It means a progressive person who fearlessly argues for radical change. Veer Savarkar believed in this ideology.

For option B. Moderate
This option implies someone with a political belief that sits between the two liberal and conservative extremes, usually holding every mainstream position to prevent extreme views and substantial social change. Hence, clearly, this is not the correct choice.

For option C. Both
This option is not correct.

For option D. None
This option is not correct.

Therefore, the correct answer is A

Note:
> In 1911, he was convicted by the Britishers for 50 years in the Andaman’s cell prison, also known as Kala Pani, for revolting against the reforms of Morley-Minto (Indian Councils Act, 1909).
> He also campaigned against the social evils of India, such as caste and untouchability discrimination.
> His books inspired young people, and he received the nickname ‘Veer’ because of his brave behaviour and came to be known as Veer Savarkar.