Dharma Sabha, an orthodox society founded by Radhakant Deb
1. Stood for preservation of status-quo in socio-religious matters.
2. Opposed the abolition of Sati.
3. Opposed the Age of consent Bill.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) None
Explanation Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Dharma Sabha, founded by Radhakant Deb in 1830, aimed to preserve traditional Hindu practices and customs. It was strongly opposed to reforms that challenged the orthodox Hindu social order. Dharma Sabha opposed the abolition of the practice of Sati, as it viewed the British intervention in this matter as interference in Hindu religious practices.
Statement 3 is not correct: The Dharma Sabha had been dissolved long before the Age of Consent Bill was introduced in 1891. Radhakant Deb passed away in 1876, and the Sabha was not actively involved in this issue. Opposition to the Age of Consent Bill came from other orthodox groups and individuals, but not specifically from the Dharma Sabha.
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