Mahatma Ayyankali
He was a social reformer in Travancore, British India (present day Kerala).
- He belonged to the 'untouchable' Pulaya caste and faced caste discrimination.
- He became a member of the assembly of Travancore, known as Sree Moolam Popular Assembly or Praja Sabha.
Contribution/Initiative
- Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham: He founded Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham (association for the protection of the poor) which raised funds to start their own ....
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