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SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 41

SSC CGL - 26 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q41

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Belur Math was founded by which of the following social reformers in British India?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Swami Vivekanand.

Swami Vivekananda founded Belur Math, a Hindu temple and headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, in 1897. Vivekananda was a social reformer and the chief disciple of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, an Indian Hindu spiritual guru. 

Explanation

  • Belur Math is located on the west bank of the Hooghly River in Belur, West Bengal. 
  • The Ramakrishna Mission is a spiritual and philanthropic organization that promotes the Hindu philosophy of Vedanta and yogic ideals. 
  • The mission's work is based on the principle of Karma Yoga, which is the idea of selfless work done with devotion to God. 
  • The Ramakrishna Mission played a significant role in the spiritual growth of Indians and the development of nationalistic awareness.