Question

Where is the first branch of 'Brahma Samaj' started in Kerala ?

• A. Kochi
• B. Palakkad
• C. Kannur
• D. Kozhikode

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Kozhikode

The first branch of the Brahmo Samaj in Kerala was started at Kozhikode (Calicut).

• Year: It was established on January 17, 1898.

• Founder: The branch was founded by the prominent social reformer and doctor, Dr. Ayyathan Gopalan (popularly known as Darsarji). He was the pioneer who brought the monotheistic and anti-caste ideas of Raja Ram Mohan Roy's Brahmo Samaj movement into Kerala.

• Impact: Dr. Gopalan later expanded these socio-religious reform activities by establishing the Sugunavardhini Sabha in 1900 to promote value education, humanity, and social reforms among children and marginalized sections of society