1 янв 1867 г. - Prarthana Samaj by K.C. Sen, RG Bhandarkar, Atmaram Pandurang and MG Ranade(memb) 1867

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The Prarthana Samajists were practical people and devout followers of Maharashtra's Vaishnava tradition, which was popularised by various saints such as Tukaram and Ramdas. They were interested in inter-caste and inter-religious dining and marriage.

observed Hindu ceremonies without understanding their religious significance

not profess image worship

Social Activities: Night School, asylums and orphanages, untouchability, discouraged child marriages, promoted emale education and widow remarriage.

It was powerfully influenced by the Brahmo Samaj. Its
activities also spread to south India as a result of the efforts of the Telugu
reformer, Viresalingam Panthulu

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