Advertisements
Advertisements
Question
Write a short note.
Prarthana Samaj
Short/Brief Note
Advertisements
Solution
- ‘Prarthana Samaj’ had its origins in Paramhamsa Sabha.
- It was founded by Dadoba Pandurang Tarkhadkar.
- The founding members are like Dr. Atmaram Pandurang. Justice M. G. Ranade. Dr. R. G. Bhandarkar opposed idol worship and emphasized the principle of ‘One Supreme God’ (monotheism).
- They opened schools for girls, orphanages, and night schools for workers.
- They focused on the importance of gender equality, wiping out caste discrimination, and also on appreciating the value of mundane life.
shaalaa.com
Is there an error in this question or solution?
APPEARS IN
RELATED QUESTIONS
Write a short note.
Satyashodhak Samaj
Mahatma Jotirao Phule established ______
Write the name of historical place/person/event:
This Samaj regarded Vedas as holy books - ______
Write the name of historical place/person/event:
The message was given by Swami Vivekanand to Indian youth - ______
Write about the contribution of Mahatma Phule.
Write about the contribution of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar.
Political
State your opinion:
The social & religious reform movement was led by a new generation of youth.
Complete the concept map.
Explain the work of social reformers.
Savitribai Phule
Work done by Social worker:
Mahatma Jyotirao Phule
