WBCS.LIVE practice question

Who founded the socio-religious reform organization 'Prarthana Samaj' in Bombay in 1867?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Jyotirao Phule
  2. Mahadev Govind Ranade
  3. Atmaram Pandurang
  4. R.G. Bhandarkar

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Atmaram Pandurang

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Atmaram Pandurang šŸ“š Explanation: The Prarthana Samaj was established by Atmaram Pandurang in Bombay in 1867, heavily influenced by the ideas of Keshab Chandra Sen. Its primary focus was on progressive social reforms such as the abolition of the caste system, promoting widow remarriage, and encouraging women's education. It gained massive popularity later when prominent scholars like M.G. Ranade joined the movement.