Question
Which of the following statements about the Indian
social reformers of the 19th century is INCORRECT?Solution
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar was not a member of the Brahmo Samaj. He was a prominent social reformer known for his advocacy of widow remarriage and women's education. The Brahmo Samaj was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in 1828, and its members included reformers like Debendranath Tagore and Keshab Chandra Sen. Vidyasagar's contributions were independent of the Brahmo Samaj. Key Points: 1. The Aligarh Movement was an educational reform movement started by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan. 2. Arya Samaj, founded by Dayanand Saraswati, emphasized the Vedic way of life. 3. Mahadev Govind Ranade played a crucial role in the formation of the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha to discuss public grievances. 4. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar's notable reform was the Widow Remarriage Act of 1856. 5. The Brahmo Samaj aimed at eradicating social evils like casteism and idol worship. Bee Facts: • Sir Syed Ahmad Khan: Key figure in modern Muslim education in India. • Dayanand Saraswati: Advocated "Back to the Vedas" and criticized idol worship. • Mahadev Govind Ranade: Known as the "Father of Indian Social Reform." • Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar: Promoted widow remarriage and opposed child marriage.
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