Question

Q. With reference to Arya Samaj, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect: Arya samaj was against idol worship, ritual, the dominance of Brahmans & the priesthood. It offered sharp criticism of the existing Hindu practices, like polytheism, widow celibacy, foreign travel, child marriage.
• Statement 2 is correct: Arya Samaj favoured the study of western sciences for this Dayanand Saraswati also opened DAV school.