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

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1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is B 2 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Started by Helena Blavatsky, Henry Steel Olcott, William Quan Judge in New York. in 1875. After a few years, Olcott & Blavatsky moved to India & established the International Headquarters at Adyar.

Statement 2 is correct: Theosophists advocated the revival & strengthening of the ancient religions. They recognized the doctrine of the transmigration of the Soul. They also preached the Universal Brotherhood of Man.

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Q. With reference to Theosophical Society, which of the following statements is/are incorrect?

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Q. With reference to Theosophical Society, which of the following statements is/are incorrect?

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Consider the following statements regarding Theosophical Society.

1. The Theosophical Society preached the Aryan philosophy and religion

2. It laid great emphasis on the Vedas and Upanishad.

3. It considered Hinduism to be the best religion and the only means to attain salvation.

4. It called for universal brotherhood.

5. The Upanishads revealed the essence of life.

Which among the above stated is/ are not correct?

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