Question

Who was the founder of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)? What was its objective?

Hint:

The BSP focuses on empowering historically marginalized communities.

Answer 1

The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) was founded in 1984 by Kanshi Ram to represent Dalits, Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs). Its objective is to promote social justice, political empowerment, and economic upliftment of marginalized groups. The BSP advocates reservation policies, equality in education and employment, and the abolition of caste-based discrimination. Under the leadership of Mayawati, the party has played a key role in Indian politics, especially in Uttar Pradesh.