Who among the following moderate leaders had been called "a silver tongued orator"?
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Dadabhai Naoroji
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Gopal Krishna Gokhale
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Madan Mohan Malaviya
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M. G. Ranade
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Correct answer
Explanation
Gopal Krishna Gokhale was known as the 'silver-tongued orator' for his eloquent speeches and moderate approach to the independence movement. He was a mentor to Gandhi and believed in constitutional methods. Dadabhai Naoroji was the 'Grand Old Man of India'. Malaviya founded Banaras Hindu University. Ranade was a social reformer but not known for this specific title.