Q. Which of the following was/were contributions of “Brahmo Samaj”?
1.It denounced polytheism.
2.It condemned the caste system.
3.It wanted the abolition of child marriage.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] None

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: The overall contribution of Brahmo Samaj can be summed up as follows:

  1. It denounced polytheism, idol worship, and the faith in divine avatars (incarnations)
  2. It condemned the caste system, dogmas and superstitions.
  3. It wanted the abolition of child marriage, purdah system and the practice of sati
  4. It supported widow remarriage

Source: NCERT

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