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?
Answer:
(c)
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Answer: (c) Both I and II Statement I: “He possessed great love and respect for the traditional philosophical systems of the East.” Raja Ram Mohan Roy had a deep respect for ancient Indian philosophical systems, especially Vedanta and the Upanishads. He was well-versed in Sanskrit, Persian, Arabic, and English. He studied various religious texts including the Vedas and Upanishads, and he admired their philosophical depth. However, he was also critical of practices that he considered superstitious or harmful, like Sati, idol worship, and caste-based discrimination. Statement 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.” Raja Ram Mohan Roy was a social reformer who advocated for rationalism, women’s rights, and social equality. He campaigned against the practice of Sati, promoted widow remarriage, and supported women’s education. He was also one of the early proponents of using scientific reasoning and modern education (including English education) in India. He believed in universal human dignity and equality, irrespective of gender or caste. Conclusion: Both statements correctly reflect Raja Ram Mohan Roy’s beliefs and contributions.