The 'Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar' is best known for: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar' is best known for:
A. Abolition of Sati
B. Widow Remarriage movement
C. Temple entry movement
D. Arya Samaj
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar was a social reformer who campaigned tirelessly for widow remarriage, leading to the Act of 1856.

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