Question

Explain the role of Arya Samaj in social and religious reforms. (Give answer in detail, about 250 words)

Answer 1

• The Arya Samaj was established by

Swami Dayanand Saraswati.

• He was a social reformer. Arya Samaj plays a vital role in social and religious reforms in the 19th century.

• Arya Samaj opposed the caste system and fight against the untouchability.

• It criticized the process of child marriages and Sati sahagaman.

• Arya Samaj worked on women's education and their development.

• Arya Samaj opposed the conversion of religions.

• Arya Samaj supports women's empowerment and equality in society.

• Arya Samaj has a great significance and made huge impacts on the Hindu society.