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Who was the founder of Bahujan Samaj Party?

Updated On: Jan 16, 2026
  • Mayawati
  • B.R. Ambedkar
  • Jagjivan Ram
  • Kanshi Ram
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

  • Kanshi Ram established the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) in 1984.
  • The party's objective was to serve the interests of the Bahujans, which include Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and minority groups.
  • He was a fervent supporter of social reform and the rights of Dalits.
  • Kanshi Ram served as a mentor to Mayawati, who subsequently rose to prominence as a BSP leader and served as Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh.

Therefore, the correct identification is (D): Kanshi Ram

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