Question
Easy
Which of the following is FALSE in the context of women, caste and reform during the colonial period ?
1
Pandita Ramabai founded a widow's home at Poona.
2
The knowledge of ancient texts helped the reformers promote new laws.
3
Vidyasagar suggested that widows could remarry.
4
Prarthana Samaj drew only upon Hindu texts.
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: CTET
Level/Paper: CTET_P2
Chapter: Modern India: Colonial Rule & Freedom Struggle
Topic: Socio-Religious Reforms & Impact of Colonialism
Correct Answer
Option D
Explanation
Option 4 is the correct answer because it states that "Prarthana Samaj drew only upon Hindu texts," which is false. Prarthana Samaj was a reform movement that sought to bring about social and religious reform in India during the colonial period. It was influenced by the Brahmo Samaj and aimed to promote values such as monotheism, social equality, and the abolition of caste discrimination. While it did draw inspiration from…Read More
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