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________ coined the term Harijan.
________ coined the term Harijan.
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The correct option is A Mahatma Gandhi
Term 'Harijan' was popularised by Mahatma Gandhi. He devoted himself to fight against the inhuman practice of untouchability. He started a crusade to root out this evil & referred to the oppressed class as 'Harijans' (sons of God). In his ashram, together with his followers, he performed all those tasks which were otherwise carried out by the Untouchables.
Term 'Harijan' was popularised by Mahatma Gandhi. He devoted himself to fight against the inhuman practice of untouchability. He started a crusade to root out this evil & referred to the oppressed class as 'Harijans' (sons of God). In his ashram, together with his followers, he performed all those tasks which were otherwise carried out by the Untouchables.
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