Question

Which of the following statements about Arya Mahila Samaj is/are incorrect:

1. Arya Mahila Samaj was founded by Pandita Ramabai in 1862.
2. It was highly influenced by the ideals of the Brahmo Samaj
3. The organization promoted women's education and aimed to address the issue of child marriage.

• A. None of these
• B. 3 only
• C. 1 only
• D. 1, 2

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 1 only

The Arya Mahila Samaj

• It was a significant social reform organization founded by Pandita Ramabai 
• Pandita Ramabai was a prominent Indian scholar, social reformer, and women's rights activist.
• Arya Mahila Samaj was founded by Pandita Ramabai in 1882, following the death of her husband.
• Influenced by the ideals of the Brahmo Samaj, she moved to Pune and initiated this organization with the aim of addressing the social issues faced by women in India.
• The primary goal of Arya Mahila Samaj was to elevate the status of women in Indian society.
• This included advocating for women's rights, education, and social equality.
• Arya Mahila Samaj actively worked against the practice of child marriage, which was prevalent in society during that era.
• Along with the Samaj, Pandita Ramabai also founded Sharada Sadan, an institution dedicated to supporting and providing refuge to deserted and abused widows, especially young widows who faced significant social hardships.