Indian Reformers and Religion

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Who among the following reformers advocated for the abolition of the caste system and promoted social equality?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jyotirao Phule was a prominent social reformer who fought against the caste system and advocated for the rights of the lower castes.

Which reformer founded the Brahmo Samaj, a monotheistic reform movement that rejected idol worship and emphasized the unity of all religions?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raja Ram Mohan Roy was the founder of the Brahmo Samaj, which sought to reform Hindu beliefs and practices.

Who among the following reformers established the Arya Samaj, a reform movement that aimed to revive the ancient Vedic teachings and promote social and religious reforms?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dayanand Saraswati founded the Arya Samaj, which aimed to reform Hindu beliefs and practices based on the Vedas.

Which reformer founded the Ramakrishna Mission, a spiritual and humanitarian organization that promotes the ideals of Vedanta philosophy and engages in various social welfare activities?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Swami Vivekananda founded the Ramakrishna Mission, which continues to promote the teachings of Vedanta philosophy and engage in social welfare activities.

Who among the following reformers advocated for women's rights, education, and social reforms, and founded the Prarthana Samaj, a reform movement that emphasized rationalism and social justice?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Atmaram Pandurang founded the Prarthana Samaj, which promoted rationalism and social justice, and advocated for women's rights and education.

Which reformer founded the Theosophical Society, an organization dedicated to promoting universal brotherhood, spiritual development, and the study of ancient wisdom?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Helena Blavatsky


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Helena Blavatsky founded the Theosophical Society, which promotes universal brotherhood, spiritual development, and the study of ancient wisdom.

Who among the following reformers advocated for the upliftment of the lower castes and founded the Satyashodhak Samaj, a reform movement that aimed to promote social equality and eradicate caste discrimination?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jyotirao Phule founded the Satyashodhak Samaj, which aimed to promote social equality and eradicate caste discrimination.

Which reformer founded the Servants of India Society, an organization dedicated to promoting national unity, social service, and the upliftment of the poor and marginalized?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Gopal Krishna Gokhale

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Gopal Krishna Gokhale founded the Servants of India Society, which promotes national unity, social service, and the upliftment of the poor and marginalized.

Who among the following reformers advocated for the rights of women, promoted education for girls, and founded the Seva Sadan, a home for widows and destitute women?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Pandita Ramabai

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Pandita Ramabai advocated for the rights of women, promoted education for girls, and founded the Seva Sadan, a home for widows and destitute women.

Which reformer founded the Indian National Congress, a political organization that played a crucial role in India's struggle for independence and the establishment of a democratic republic?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Allan Octavian Hume


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Allan Octavian Hume founded the Indian National Congress, which played a crucial role in India's struggle for independence.

Who among the following reformers advocated for the rights of peasants, promoted agricultural reforms, and founded the Kisan Sabha, a peasant organization that fought for the rights of farmers?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. N.G. Ranga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

N.G. Ranga advocated for the rights of peasants, promoted agricultural reforms, and founded the Kisan Sabha, a peasant organization that fought for the rights of farmers.

Which reformer founded the All India Trade Union Congress, a trade union organization that aimed to protect the rights of workers and promote labor reforms?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Lala Lajpat Rai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai founded the All India Trade Union Congress, which aimed to protect the rights of workers and promote labor reforms.

Who among the following reformers advocated for the rights of Dalits, promoted social equality, and founded the Dalit Panthers, a political party that fought for the rights of Dalits?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Jyotirao Phule


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jyotirao Phule advocated for the rights of Dalits, promoted social equality, and founded the Dalit Panthers, a political party that fought for the rights of Dalits.

Which reformer founded the Indian Council of Social Welfare, a non-governmental organization that works towards the welfare of marginalized and vulnerable communities?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Renuka Ray


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Renuka Ray founded the Indian Council of Social Welfare, which works towards the welfare of marginalized and vulnerable communities.

Who among the following reformers advocated for the rights of tribals, promoted forest conservation, and founded the Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram, an organization dedicated to the welfare of tribals?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Dayanand Saraswati

  4. Thakkar Bapa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Thakkar Bapa advocated for the rights of tribals, promoted forest conservation, and founded the Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram, an organization dedicated to the welfare of tribals.

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