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Who laid the foundation of the ‘Theosophical Society’?

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

Answer options

  1. Henry Dirozeo
  2. Annie Besant
  3. Sister Nivedita
  4. Madame H. P. Blavatsky

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Madame H. P. Blavatsky

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: D) Madame H. P. Blavatsky 📚 Explanation: The Theosophical Society was founded in 1875 by Madame H.P. Blavatsky and Colonel H.S. Olcott in New York. The society aimed to study ancient religions, philosophy, and science. Its headquarters was later moved to Adyar, near Madras. The society played a major role in the religious and intellectual awakening of modern India.