Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Era of one Party Dominance

Question:

Who was the founder of the Bhartiya Jana Sangh?

Options:

Rafi Ahmed Kidwai

Deen Dayal Upadhyaya

Minoo Masani

Shyama Prasad Mukherjee

Correct Answer:

Shyama Prasad Mukherjee

Explanation:

The correct answer is option (4) - Shyama Prasad Mukharjee

The Bharatiya Jana Sangh was founded in 1951 by Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, with its lineage traced back to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Hindu Mahasabha. Jana Sangh emphasized the idea of one country, one culture, and one nation, believing that India could progress and become strong based on its culture and traditions. The party advocated for the reunification of India and Pakistan in ‘Akhand Bharat’ & opposed granting concessions to religious and cultural minorities.