Question

Arrange the following organisations in chronological order of their foundations and select the correct answer from the codes given below. a. Atmiya Sabha b. Arya Samaj c. Brahma Samaj d. Satyashodhak Samaj

• A. a b c d
• B. b a c d
• C. a c d b
• D. c a d b

Answer 1

Answer:

C. a c d b

Chronological Order of Foundation

• Atmiya Sabha (1815): Established by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in Calcutta. It was a philosophical discussion circle aimed at promoting monotheistic ideals and social reform.
• Brahmo Samaj (1828): Founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy as an evolution of the Atmiya Sabha. Originally known as the Brahmo Sabha, it was officially renamed Brahmo Samaj in 1830. It played a pivotal role in the Bengal Renaissance by challenging idol worship and the caste system.
• Satyashodhak Samaj (1873): Founded by Jyotirao Phule in Pune, Maharashtra. The name translates to 'Truth Seekers' Society.' Its primary objective was to liberate the Shudras and Ati-Shudras from social exploitation and caste-based discrimination.
• Arya Samaj (1875): Founded by Dayananda Saraswati in Bombay. It is a Hindu reform movement that promotes values based on the authority of the Vedas, famously advocating the slogan 'Go back to the Vedas.'

Summary of Timeline

1. Atmiya Sabha: 1815
2. Brahmo Samaj: 1828
3. Satyashodhak Samaj: 1873
4. Arya Samaj: 1875