Question

What did raja ram mohan roy do as a social reformer?

Answer 1

Raja Ram Mohan Roy was a Social reformer. Popularly known as the “Maker of Modern India” and “Father of Modern India”, Raja Ram Mohan Roy, asocial and educational reformer, was an idealist who contributed immensely in eradicating social evils prevalent in the society during the 18th century.

Answer 2

Raja Ram Mohan Roy supported the cause of upliftment of women and fought vigorously for them. He encouraged the ideas of women's education and widow remarriage. He strongly opposed child marriage, polygamy and sati system. In 1829,the inhuman practice of sati was abolished by Lord William Bentinck largely due to the efforts of Raja Ram Mohan Roy.