Q. Which of the following laws was passed during the second half of the nineteenth century under the Social and Religious Reform Movement?
(a) Formation of Theosophical Society
(b) Sanction of inter-caste and inter-communal marriages
(c) Opening of Aligarh Muslim University’
(d) None of the above
Ans: (b) Sanction of inter-caste and inter-communal marriages
Explanation: Among the options provided, the law passed during the second half of the nineteenth century under the Social and Religious Reform Movement was option (b) Sanction of inter-caste and inter-communal marriages. The Social and Religious Reform Movement in the 19th century aimed to challenge social inequalities, religious orthodoxies, and promote progressive social reforms in Indian society. As part of this movement, efforts were made to promote inter-caste and inter-communal marriages as a means to break down caste and communal barriers and foster social harmony. While specific laws were not passed to sanction such marriages, the movement advocated for social acceptance and recognition of inter-caste and inter-communal marriages as a way to challenge social divisions and promote equality. The formation of Theosophical Society and the opening of Aligarh Muslim University were initiatives associated with the reform movements but not specifically related to laws passed during that period.
