Correct option is C
· Swami Vivekananda, a prominent Indian philosopher and social reformer, founded the Ramakrishna Mission in 1897.
· The mission was established with the aim of promoting Vedantic ideals, serving humanity through education, social service, and religious practice.
· Swami Vivekananda was deeply influenced by his spiritual mentor, Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, and the mission continues to work in various fields, including education, health, and social welfare, to this day.
Additional Information:
- The Ramakrishna Mission was named after Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, who emphasized the universality of religions and the importance of serving humanity.
- Swami Vivekananda's establishment of the mission aimed to continue the work of Ramakrishna and promote a practical understanding of spirituality that could benefit society.
Other Options:
- Swami Shraddhanand : Swami Shraddhanand was a significant figure in the Arya Samaj, focusing on social reforms, particularly in relation to Hinduism, but he did not found the Ramakrishna Mission.
- Swami Dayanand : Swami Dayanand Saraswati was the founder of the Arya Samaj, a movement aimed at reforming Hinduism, but not the Ramakrishna Mission.
- Swami Vrajananda : There is no notable social reformer by this name associated with the Ramakrishna Mission.