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Socio-Religious Reform Movements in Modern India

Author(s) Dr. Manjunatha K N
Country India
Abstract The 19th and 20th centuries in India witnessed significant religious reform movements that aimed to eliminate social evils, modernize religious practices, and promote education. These movements emerged in response to colonial rule, Western education, and internal social injustices within religious traditions. Key movements such as the Brahmo Samaj (1828) and Prarthana Samaj (1867) sought to promote monotheism, rational thinking, and social reforms. The Arya Samaj (1875) advocated a return to Vedic purity, opposed caste-based discrimination, and promoted education. The Ramakrishna Mission (1897) emphasized religious harmony and humanitarian service, while the Aligarh Movement (1875) focused on modern education for Indian Muslims. The Theosophical Society (1875) and Singh Sabha Movement (1873) worked towards reviving Indian spirituality and Sikh identity, respectively. Later movements like the Self-Respect Movement (1925) and Dalit Buddhist Movement (1956) challenged Brahminical dominance and caste oppression. These movements played a crucial role in social reform, gender equality, education, and the nationalist movement, shaping modern Indian society. They laid the foundation for a progressive, inclusive, and reformist outlook, influencing India’s transition into a secular democracy.
Keywords Brahmo Samaj; Prarthana Samaj; Arya Samaj; Ramakrishna Mission; Aligarh Movement; Theosophical Society; Singh Sabha Movement; Self-Respect Movement; Dalit Buddhist Movement
Field Sociology > Archaeology / History
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On 2025-07-12
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.50650
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9s9qr
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