Correct option is B
Ans. (b)
Explanation: The slogan "Back to the Vedas" was given by Swami Dayanand Saraswati, the founder of the Arya Samaj in 1875. He emphasized the need to return to the teachings of the Vedas for spiritual guidance and social reform.
Information Booster
1. Swami Dayanand opposed idol worship, caste-based discrimination, and superstitions.
2. Advocated for education, particularly for women and marginalized groups.
3. Promoted the use of Hindi as a unifying language.
Additional Information
· Swami Vivekananda (Option a): Known for his speech at the Parliament of Religions in Chicago (1893).
· Swami Shraddhanand (Option c): Continued the work of Arya Samaj and promoted the Shuddhi Movement.
· Ramkrishna Paramhans (Option d): A spiritual leader and mentor to Swami Vivekananda.