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Where is the oldest branch of the Ramakrishna Mission in the United States located?
Question

Where is the oldest branch of the Ramakrishna Mission in the United States located?

A.

Texas

B.

Chicago

C.

Atlanta

D.

New York

Correct option is D

The correct answer is(d) New York.

• The oldest branch of the Ramakrishna Mission in the United States is located in New York. It was established in 1894 by Swami Vivekananda, following his historic speech at the Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago in 1893.

• The New York branch played a significant role in spreading the teachings of Ramakrishna and Vedanta philosophy in the West. It continues to function as a spiritual and cultural center for people interested in the teachings of Swami Vivekananda and Vedanta.
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  • Ramakrishna Mission: A worldwide spiritual organization founded by Swami Vivekananda in 1897 to promote the teachings of his guru, Sri Ramakrishna, which emphasize the harmony of religions and selfless service to humanity.
  • Vedanta Society of New York: The formal name of the New York branch, it has been influential in introducing and promoting Indian philosophy and spirituality in the West.

Swami Vivekananda's establishment of the Ramakrishna Mission in New York marked the beginning of a global presence for the movement.

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