Question

Q. Which of the following statements is/are incorrect regarding Prarthana Samaj?

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

• A.
  1 only
• B.
  2 only
• C.
  Both 1 and 2
• D.
  Neither 1 and 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1 only
Explanation:

Prarthana Samaj emerged in Bombay and went on to wield a good deal of influence in western India and to a lesser extent in southern India. It was founded by Atmaram Panduranga, the movement gained momentum and popularity after scholar and reformer Mahadev Govind Ranade joined it.

Statement 1 is incorrect: It was a Reformist movement. The members wanted to reform the religion from within. They were only against the social evils prevalent then like child marriage, widow suppression, dowry, sati, untouchability, etc.

Statement 2 is correct: It also propagated monotheism.