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Who was the primary founder of the 'Prarthana Samaj' in Bombay in 1867?

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

Answer options

  1. M.G. Ranade
  2. Atmaram Pandurang
  3. Jyotiba Phule
  4. Dadabhai Naoroji

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Atmaram Pandurang

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Atmaram Pandurang šŸ“š Explanation: The Prarthana Samaj was founded by Dr. Atmaram Pandurang with the help of Keshab Chandra Sen to promote religious and social reform in Western India. It was inspired by the Brahmo Samaj but followed a more moderate approach, focusing on monotheism and the abolition of social evils like child marriage. Later, Justice M.G. Ranade joined the society and transformed it into a powerful platform for social change.