Reasons for Socio-Religious Reform Movements

The dawn of 19th century, witnessed the emergence of many intellectual currents for national regeneration in all its aspects: religious, social, cultural, economic, and political in the Indian society.

Reasons for Socio-Religious Reform Movements

Impact of Western Education and Enlightenment Ideas

  • Introduction of Western Education: The British colonial rule brought Western-style education, which exposed educated Indians to Enlightenment ideas such as rationality, liberty, equality, and scientific thinking.
  • Critical Thinking: Western education encouraged critical thinking and a rational approach toward traditions, religion, and social structures, sparking debates on superstitions, caste discrimination, and orthodoxy.

British Colonialism and Social Conditions

  • Colonial Influence: British colonial policies ....
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