In what way did Raja Rammohan Roy actively support the abolition of the Sati system in early 19th-century Bengal?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. By spreading awareness through writings and public discussions.
Raja Rammohan Roy played a crucial role in ending the Sati system by spreading awareness through his writings, petitions, and public debates. He strongly condemned Sati as an inhuman practice and used newspapers like Sambad Kaumudi to influence public opinion.
He also held discussions with orthodox groups, challenging their interpretations of religious texts, and proved that Hindu scriptures did not mandate Sati.
His continuous advocacy convinced the British administration, especially Lord William Bentinck, to pass the Regulation XVII of 1829, which officially abolished Sati. The other options are incorrect because Roy never used armed forces, did not enforce laws himself, and did not form political alliances with foreign religious leaders to achieve this reform.