2011 · Q92
Which of the following statements about Theosophical Society are correct?
- 1Its founders were non-Indians.
- 2Its advocates were in favour of the revival of Hinduism.
- 3It advocated for the adoption of rational and scientific approach based on western ideas.
- 4It helped people to overcome the sense of false pride.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
history-of-indiafreedom-struggle
- A1, 2 and 3
- B2, 3 and 4
- C1, 3 and 4
- D1 and 2
Explanation
The Theosophical Society was founded by non-Indians (Blavatsky and Olcott) and favoured a revival of Hinduism; it did not push a western rationalist approach and did not fight 'false pride' in the stated sense, so statements 1 and 2 are correct.