Question

Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Brahmo Samaj?

1. It opposed idolatry.

2. It denied the need for a priestly class for interpreting the religious texts.

3. It popularized the doctrine that the Vedas are infallible.

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

• A. Only 1
• B. 1 and 2
• C. Only 3
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1 and 2

• Brahmo Samaj was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in 1828. The principles of Brahmo Samaj were as follows-

1. Belief in Monotheism and to free Hinduism from evils.

2. Opposing idolatry and the dominance of priests.

3. Improving the situation of women.

• Swami Dayanand Saraswati popularized the doctrine that the Vedas are infallible.