MPSC Rajyaseva 2016 Prelims General Studies Official Paper I

Concept:The question asks for the Marathi social reformer and writer who gave a famous metaphor about Mumbai's importance to Maharashtra.Explanation:Annabhau Sathe, originally Tukaram Bhaurao Sathe, was a leading folk poet and writer from Maharashtra.He worked for social reform and Dalit upliftment.He described Mumbai as essential to Maharashtra by comparing it to the wings of an eagle and the claws of a tiger.This means Mumbai gives Maharashtra strength, mobility, and protection, like these vital parts of those animals.Therefore, the given statement is attributed to Annabhau Sathe, not to Amar Sheikh, P. K. Atre, or D. N. Gavhankar.He is also remembered through a commemorative postage stamp issued by India Post in 2002.Answer:B. Annabhau Sathe