Q. Consider the following statements regarding “arya samaj movement”:
1.It was a reformist movement.
2.It was founded by Mulshankar.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: The Arya Samaj Movement, revivalist in form though not in content, was the result of a reaction to Western influences.

  • Its founder, Dayananda Saraswati or Mulshankar (1824-1883) was born in the old Morvi state in Gujarat in a brahmin family.
  • He wandered as an ascetic for fifteen years (1845-60) in search of truth.
  • The first Arya Samaj unit was formally set up by him at Bombay in 1875 and later the headquarters of the Samaj were established at Lahore.

Source: Spectrum Modern India

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