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Q. A 19th century social reformer who is regarded as the bridge between the past and the future is

A
Devendra Nath Tagore
B
Keshab Chandra Sen
C
Ishwar chandra
D
Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Correct Answer

Raja Ram Mohan Roy

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