UPSC Principle and Vice Principle GK/GS History of India Part - 3
Which social reformer founded the Prarthana Samaj in Bombay in 1867?
Type: MCQ • Marks: 1
Which social reformer founded the Prarthana Samaj in Bombay in 1867?
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A. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
B. Swami Dayananda Saraswati
C. Atmaram Pandurang
D. Jyotirao Phule
Explanation
Atmaram Pandurang located on the banks of the Ravi River in the The Prarthana Samaj was founded in Bombay Montgomery district (now Sahiwal) of Punjab, in 1867 under the leadership of Dr. Atmaram Pakistan. The river supply facilitated riverine Pandurang, influenced by Keshab Chandra Sen. trade routes, provided water resources for The reformist organization aimed to bring about agricultural production, and enabled efficient religious and social reforms within Hindu society. transport of raw materials and manufactured It advocated monotheism, rejected idol worship, goods across the Harappan urban network. promoted caste reform, supported widow remarriage, encouraged female education, and
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