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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 43

SSC CGL - 20 July 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q43

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Where did Vivekananda participate at the World's Parliament of Religions?
 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Chicago.

  1. In 1893, Vivekananda took part in the World Parliament of Religions, which was held in Chicago, Illinois. His renowned remarks, "Sisters and brothers of America," from his historic speech on September 11th, captivated the crowd and helped popularise Hinduism in the West.
  2. In his address, Vivekananda stressed the value of tolerance and understanding between people of different religions as well as the universality of religion.
  3. His involvement signaled a turning point in the history of interfaith understanding and the introduction of Indian philosophy to the West.