Question

Atmiya Sabha, also known as the society of friends, was established by ?

• A. Raja Rammohan Roy
• B. Shiv Narain Agnihotri
• C. Atmaram Pandurang
• D. Jyotiba Phule

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Raja Rammohan Roy

Atmiya Sabha

• Atmiya Sabha, also known as the Society of Friends, was a significant intellectual and reformist association founded by Raja Rammohan Roy in 1814 in Calcutta (Kolkata).
• This philosophical discussion circle played a crucial role in promoting progressive ideas and social reform during the early 19th century in India.
• Members of the sabha frequently engaged in sessions and philosophical discussions centered around the monotheistic ideals of Vedanta.
• This emphasis on monotheism was a departure from the prevailing polytheistic practices of the time.
• Atmiya Sabha members actively campaigned against idol worship and superstitious beliefs and practices that were prevalent in Indian society during that era.
• Some well-known members of Atmiya Sabha included Brindaban Mitra, Prasanna Kumar Tagore, Dwaraka Nath Tagore, and Sivaprasad Misra. etc