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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