Consider the following statements regarding Social and Religious refo...
Option c is correct
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Lala Lajpat Rai was one of the members of Arya Samaj and he never opposed the appeal of Arya Samaj to the authority of Vedas in support of its social reform program.
- Statement 2 is correct: The Brahmo Samaj experienced another phase of energy and vigour when Keshab Chandra Sen was made the acharya by Debendranath Tagore soon after the former joined the Samaj in 1858. His views against the caste system, even open support to inter-caste marriages was echoed in Samaj's meetings.
- Statement 3 is correct: Vinoba founded Sarvodaya Samaj after assassination of Gandhi in 1948 which actively worked for refugees.
Consider the following statements regarding Social and Religious refo...
The correct answer is option C, i.e., statements 2 and 3 only are correct.
Explanation:
Let's analyze each statement one by one:
1) Lala Lajpat Rai opposed the appeal of Arya Samaj of embracing Vedic values.
This statement is incorrect. Lala Lajpat Rai was a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress and a supporter of the Arya Samaj. He actively promoted the Arya Samaj's ideology and its emphasis on embracing Vedic values. Lala Lajpat Rai believed in the revival of ancient Indian culture and traditions, which resonated with the objectives of the Arya Samaj. Therefore, statement 1 is incorrect.
2) Under Keshab Chandra Sen, Brahmo Samaj campaigned for inter-caste marriages.
This statement is correct. Keshab Chandra Sen was a prominent leader of the Brahmo Samaj, a reformist movement in India. He campaigned for various social reforms, including the promotion of inter-caste marriages. Keshab Chandra Sen believed that inter-caste marriages would help break down the barriers of caste discrimination and promote equality in society. He actively encouraged his followers to marry outside their own castes. Therefore, statement 2 is correct.
3) Vinoba Bhave founded the Sarvodaya Samaj to work for refugees.
This statement is correct. Vinoba Bhave, a disciple of Mahatma Gandhi, was a social reformer and advocate of non-violence. He founded the Sarvodaya Samaj (Society of Well-being) to work for the upliftment of marginalized sections of society, including refugees. Sarvodaya Samaj aimed to address the social, economic, and political issues faced by refugees and provide them with support and assistance. Therefore, statement 3 is correct.
In conclusion, statements 2 and 3 are correct, while statement 1 is incorrect. Hence, the correct answer is option C, i.e., 2 and 3 only.
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