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CAPF 2014

Modern Religious Revivalism

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Which one among the following is NOT true for the Theosophical Society of Madam H P Blavatsky?

Solution & Analysis

Answer: D

Concept Theosophy ('Divine Wisdom') sought to merge Western occultism with Eastern spirituality, significantly influencing the Indian national movement.

Explanation The society was founded in New York (1875) and moved its headquarters to Adyar, Madras (1882). Its primary goal was to form a nucleus of the 'Universal Brotherhood of Humanity' without distinction of race, creed, or color.

Logical Breakup
Logic 1: Option D is the 'NOT true' statement. Far from being silent, Universal Brotherhood was the first and most important goal of the Society.
Logic 2: Option A is correct (founded in New York). Option B is correct; they championed the wisdom of ancient faiths like Hinduism and Buddhism. Option C is correct; they adopted the Indian concepts of Karma and Reincarnation (transmigration).

Active Recall

Question

What was the Society's role in the Indian freedom struggle?

Answer

Under Annie Besant, it helped revive pride in Indian culture and provided leadership to the Home Rule movement.

Core Insight

The Theosophical Society was unique as a Western movement that told Indians their own ancient heritage was superior to modern Western materialism.

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