Which among the following king introduced compulsory primary education in Gujarat?

Meghraj Singh
Fateh Singh Gaekwad
Mulraj Solanki
Sayajirao Gaekwad

The correct answer is: D. Sayajirao Gaekwad.

Sayajirao Gaekwad III was the Maharaja of Baroda from 1875 to 1939. He was a progressive ruler who introduced many reforms in his state, including compulsory primary education. In 1892, he passed the Baroda Education Act, which made primary education free and compulsory for all children aged 6 to 12. This was the first law of its kind in India.

The other options are incorrect.

  • Meghraj Singh was the ruler of Mewar from 1537 to 1562. He is not known to have introduced any reforms in education.
  • Fateh Singh Gaekwad was the Maharaja of Baroda from 1847 to 1875. He did not introduce any reforms in education.
  • Mulraj Solanki was the ruler of Gujarat from 1025 to 1064. He is not known to have introduced any reforms in education.