2019 · Q89
Which of the following statements about Prarthana Samaj are correct?
- 1Its aim was to reform the Hindu society
- 2It was based in Maharashtra
- 3It believed in monotheism
- 4It had greatly influenced the Brahmo Samaj
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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- A1 and 2 only
- B2 and 3 only
- C1, 2 and 3
- D1 and 4
Explanation
The Prarthana Samaj (1867, Bombay) aimed to reform Hindu society (1), was based in Maharashtra (2), and believed in monotheism (3). Statement 4 reverses the influence: the Prarthana Samaj was influenced by the Brahmo Samaj, not the other way round. Hence 1, 2 and 3 - C.