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<h3 style="color: rgb(255,255,255);">Arya Samaj: A Reformist Movement</h3>
<h4 style="color: rgb(255,255,255);">Founder and Foundation:</h4>
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<li>Founded by <b>Swami Dayananda Saraswati</b> in <b>1875</b>.</li>
<li>The first branch was established in <b>Mumbai</b>.</li>
<li>Later, the headquarters was shifted to <b>Lahore</b> (present-day Pakistan).</li>
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<h4 style="color: rgb(255,255,255);">Core Ideals and Principles:</h4>
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<li><b>"Back to the Vedas"</b>: Advocated for returning to the original teachings of the Vedas, rejecting later Vedic interpretations and Puranic Hinduism.</li>
<li>Monotheism: Believed in one God and opposed idol worship.</li>
<li>Rejection of Superstitions: Strove to eradicate superstitious beliefs and practices.</li>
<li>Social Reforms: Promoted gender equality, widow remarriage, and opposed the caste system (specifically hereditary caste distinctions).</li>
<li>Emphasis on Education: Advocated for modern education, including scientific subjects, alongside traditional Vedic studies.</li>
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<h4 style="color: rgb(255,255,255);">Key Contributions and Impact:</h4>
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<li>Established numerous <b>Gurukuls</b> and <b> Dayanand Anglo-Vedic (DAV) Schools</b>, which played a significant role in promoting education in India.</li>
<li>The Arya Samaj's emphasis on rationalism and Vedic authority influenced other social and religious reformers.</li>
<li>Played a crucial role in the Hindu revivalist movement and the promotion of Indian nationalism.</li>
<li>Swami Dayananda Saraswati's autobiography, <b>"My Life and Mission"</b>, provides insights into his life and the Arya Samaj movement.</li>
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<h4 style="color: rgb(255,255,255);">Notable Figures Associated with Arya Samaj:</h4>
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<li>Lala Lajpat Rai</li>
<li>Pandita Ramabai</li>
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