On April 10, 1875, Swami Dayanand Saraswati laid the foundation of Arya Samaj in Mumbai, aiming to unite Hindu society by reviving Vedic principles and breaking caste barriers. Central to Arya Samaj’s philosophy is the belief in one God, Brahma, and a return to Vedic teachings. Swami Dayanand advocated for the remarriage of widows, emphasizing gender equality. He championed Hindi language, using it to propagate his ideas and authoring key works like ‘Satyarth Prakash’. His efforts sparked a movement, inspiring those who had converted to Islam or Christianity to return to Hinduism, leaving a lasting impact on Indian society.
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