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Q47
(CDS-I/2026)
History & Culture › National Movement (1857–1947)
Who among the following was called by Gandhiji as his Rajya Guru in May, 1915 ?
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Mahatma Gandhi regarded Gopal Krishna Gokhale as his political mentor or "Rajya Guru" (Political Guru). Upon Gandhi's return to India from South Africa in January 1915, it was Gokhale who advised him to travel across India for one year to understand the ground realities of the country before entering active politics.
- Context of May 1915: Following Gokhale's death in February 1915, Gandhi continued to honor his memory. In May 1915, while establishing the Satyagraha Ashram in Kochrab, Ahmedabad, Gandhi frequently referred to Gokhale's influence and principles, calling him his Rajya Guru.
- Other Options: While Dadabhai Naoroji was a great influence and Bal Gangadhar Tilak was a contemporary leader Gandhi respected, neither held the specific title of his political mentor. Shrimad Rajchandra is considered Gandhi's spiritual guru, not his political (Rajya) guru.
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