With reference to the Theosophical Society consider the following statements 1 It was founded in Cal...........

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With reference to the Theosophical Society, consider the following statements:

1. It was founded in Calcutta by Bhikaji Cama.

2. Main aim was to promote the study of ancient religions and philosophies.

3. Central Hindu School was chosen as the parent organization that acted as a catalyst for the growth of this society.

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Explanation:

Statement 1: The Theosophical Society was founded in New York (USA) in 1875 by Madam H.P. Blavatsky, a Russian lady, and Henry Steel Olcott, an American colonel.
Statement 2: Their main objectives were to form a universal brotherhood of man without any distinction of race, colour or creed and to promote the study of ancient religions and philosophies.They arrived in India and established their headquarters at Adyar in Madras in 1882.
Statement 3: Later in 1893, Mrs. Annie Besant arrived in India and took over the leadership of the Society after the death of Olcott. Mrs. Annie Besant founded the Central Hindu School along with Madan Mohan Malaviya at Benaras which later developed into the Banaras Hindu University.