Question

Choose correct statement about Brahmo Samaj.

1. It was related to social reform.
2. It worked for status of women in society.
3. Its influence spread throughout Asia.

1. Only 1 and 2
2. Only  2 and 3
3. Only 1
4. All of the above

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Only 1 and 2

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Only 1 and 2.

• Brahmo Samaj was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in 1828, He was also known as The father of Indian Renaissance.
• He also founded Atmiya Sabha, and fought for abolition of Sati Pratha.
• Brahmo Samaj was related to social reforms, the Samaj wanted to purify Hinduism of the evil practices which had crept into it.
• The main features of Brahmo Samaj were:

1. It denounced Polytheism.
2. It worked for the betterment of women.
3. It critcised caste system in the Hindu Society.
4. It was basically based on two pillars of reason, Veda and Upanishads.
5. The influence of Brahmo Samaj didn't go beyond Calcutta and Bengal.