Which of the following statements about Prarthana Samaj are correct ?
- 1. Its aim was to reform the Hindu society
- 2. It was based in Maharashtra
- 3. It believed in monotheism
- 4. It had greatly influenced the Brahmo Samaj
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
1 and 4
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UPSC CAPF – 2019
– Prominent leaders later associated with it included M.G. Ranade, R.G. Bhandarkar, and N.G. Chandavarkar.
– Its main aims were social and religious reforms within Hinduism, such as opposition to caste system, advocacy for widow remarriage and female education, and promotion of monotheistic worship.
– It was inspired by the Brahmo Samaj but focused more on social reform in Western India.