Q123
History of IndiaBritish Rule: Administration, Economy & Society
Who is called a traditional modernizer?
- a.Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar
- b.Swami Vivekananda
- c.Rammohan Roy
- d.B. G. Tilak
Answer: (A) Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar
Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar is called a 'traditional modernizer' because he worked from within the classical Sanskrit tradition to promote modern reforms. He simplified Bengali typography, promoted women's education, advocated widow remarriage (Hindu Widows' Remarriage Act, 1856), and opposed child marriage — all while drawing authority from Sanskrit texts to counter orthodox opposition.