Brahmo Samaj Movement

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Who founded the Brahmo Samaj?
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Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828.
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What were the main objectives of the Brahmo Samaj?
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The main objectives included abolishing social evils like sati, promoting widow remarriage, and encouraging education.
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When did the Brahmo Samaj officially form?
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The Brahmo Samaj officially formed in 1828.
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What religious texts did the Brahmo Samaj accept?
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The Brahmo Samaj primarily accepted the Upanishads and rejected idol worship.
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What role did Debendranath Tagore play in the Brahmo Samaj?
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Debendranath Tagore led the Brahmo Samaj after Raja Ram Mohan Roy and expanded its reach.
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How did the Brahmo Samaj impact the practice of 'Sati'?
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Brahmo Samaj activists like Raja Ram Mohan Roy were instrumental in the abolition of 'Sati'.
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What were the changes introduced by Keshab Chandra Sen?
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Keshab Chandra Sen introduced more radical reforms and modernized the movement.
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Which languages were predominantly used in Brahmo Samaj proceedings?
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Bengali and English were commonly used in Brahmo Samaj services and writings.
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What is the significance of the Trust Deed of the Brahmo Samaj?
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The Trust Deed, signed in 1830, was crucial in legalizing the operation of the Brahmo Samaj.
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How did the Brahmo Samaj influence education in India?
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It championed modern education and established the Hindu College in 1817.
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What was the Brahmo Samaj's stance on caste?
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The Brahmo Samaj opposed the caste system and promoted equality.
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Who was the first secretary of the Brahmo Samaj?
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Pandit Ram Chandra Vidyabagish was the first secretary.
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In what way did the Brahmo Samaj approach the idea of universalism?
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The Brahmo Samaj believed in one God and universal brotherhood, promoting unity across religions.
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How did the Brahmo Samaj view traditional Hindu rituals?
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It rejected traditional rituals and idol worship.
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Who were some notable foreign influences on the Brahmo Samaj?
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Christian missionaries and Western philosophers influenced its ideas.
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