Consider the following statements about Raja Ram Mohan Roy:
I. He possessed great love and respect for the traditional philosophical systems of the East.
II. He desired his countrymen to accept the rational and scientific approach and the principle of human dignity and social equality of all men and women.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Detailed Explanation:
Raja Ram Mohan Roy is known as the Father of Indian Renaissance. He respected India's ancient philosophical traditions while also advocating modern values.
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Statement I is Correct: He had deep respect for Vedanta, Upanishads, and other Eastern philosophical traditions.
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Statement II is Correct: He promoted rational thinking, scientific temper, human dignity, and equality of men and women.
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He worked against social evils such as Sati and supported women's rights and modern education.
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Therefore, both statements are correct, making Option C the correct answer.
Statement-wise Analysis
| Statement | Status | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| I. He respected traditional Eastern philosophical systems | ✅ Correct | He drew inspiration from Vedanta and the Upanishads while advocating reforms. |
| II. He promoted rationalism, scientific thinking, and equality | ✅ Correct | He supported modern education, social reform, and gender equality. |
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Who was Raja Ram Mohan Roy?
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Known as the Father of Indian Renaissance.
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Founder of the Brahmo Sabha (1828), later known as Brahmo Samaj.
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One of the earliest social and religious reformers in modern India.
Major Contributions
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Led the movement against Sati Pratha.
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Advocated women's rights and widow remarriage.
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Promoted modern Western education and scientific learning.
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Supported freedom of the press and constitutional governance.
Important Fact
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His efforts contributed to the abolition of Sati through the Bengal Sati Regulation Act, 1829 under Governor-General Lord William Bentinck.
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