UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2025

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?

  1. I only
  2. II only
  3. Both I and II
  4. Neither I nor II

Answer

Correct Answer

Both I and II

Explanation

Raja Ram Mohan Roy had deep respect for traditional Eastern philosophical systems (especially Vedanta) while simultaneously advocating rationalism, scientific temper, and the principle of human dignity and social equality for both men and women. Both statements accurately describe his outlook.

Topics: history, raja ram mohan roy, social reform