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This person was a social and religious reformer from Kerala. He built temples for the backward communities, and started the Vaikom movement in 1924 in support of temple entry for people of all castes. Who is this person?

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Periyar

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Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi

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Sri Narayana Guru

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Ramakrishna Paramahamsa

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The correct option is C Sri Narayana Guru
Sri Narayana Guru was a spiritual leader and social reformer in India. He led a reform movement against the injustice in the caste-ridden society in Kerala. He wanted to promote spiritual enlightenment, social equality, and universal brotherhood. He propogated the motto "One caste, one religion, one God". His movement received the support of Mahatma Gandhi and Periyar.

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