18Th Century Revolts And Reform - Study Mode

[#1] The main purpose of Brahmo Samaj for which it was set up are
Correct Answer

(C) Both A and B

Explanation

Solution: The Brahmo Samaj was the first important organization of religious reforms. It forbade idol-worship and discarded meaningless rites and rituals. The Samaj also forbade its members from attacking any religion. It purify Hinduism and to preach monotheism. It criticize social evils, oppose idolatry and emphasize human dignity.

[#2] Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati was an important Hindu religious scholar, reformer, and founder of the __________
Correct Answer

(A) Arya Samaj

Explanation

Solution: Dayananda Sarasvati, original name Mula Sankara, (born 1824, Tankara, Gujarat, India—died October 30, 1883, Ajmer, Rajputana), Hindu ascetic and social reformer who was the founder (1875) of the Arya Samaj (Society of Aryans [Nobles]), a Hindu reform movement advocating a return to the temporal and spiritual authority.

[#3] I. Raja Ram Mohan Roy established the "Calcutta Unitarian Committee". II. Social Service League was established by Mahadev Govind Ranade. III. Deccan Education Society was founded by Gopal Krishna Gokhale. IV. Annie Besant started the Central Hindu School. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct with reference to the reformers & leaders of India's Struggle for Independence?
Correct Answer

(B) I & IV

Explanation

Solution: Raja Ram Mohan Roy established the "Calcutta Unitarian Committee". Annie Besant started the Central Hindu School.

[#4] Where was the Devadasi System prevailed in India?
Correct Answer

(A) Southern India

Explanation

Solution: Devadasi system is a religious practice in south India mostly in Karnataka and Telangana, and partly in Andhra Pradesh.

[#5] Swami Dayananda had translated the __________ into Hindi.
Correct Answer

(A) Rig Veda and Yajur Veda

Explanation

Solution: Swami Dayananda had translated the Rig Veda and Yajur Veda into Hindi.