Modern Religious Movements in India

Modern Religious Movements in India is a comprehensive book written by J.N. Farquhar that provides an in-depth analysis of various religious movements that emerged in India during the late 19th and early 20th century. The book covers a wide range of religious movements, including Hindu reform movements such as Arya Samaj, Brahmo Samaj, and Ramakrishna Mission, as well as Islamic reform movements such as Ahmadiyya and Deoband. The author provides a historical background of each movement, its leaders, beliefs, practices, and impact on Indian society. He also highlights the similarities and differences between these movements and their relationship with the British colonial administration. The book delves into the social, political, and cultural factors that led to the emergence of these movements and their role in shaping modern India. Farquhar's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of religion in India. The book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the diversity of religious beliefs and practices in India and how they have evolved over time.1924. The author has done his best in presenting an accurate and truthful portrait of the movements in India. To deal with this entire subject adequately, however, two volumes would have been necessary. Therefore, matters have been compressed everywhere and because the religious movements are so varied and intricate, there are many omissions and mistakes. Contents: historical outline of the period; reform checked by defense of the old faiths 1870-1913; full defense of the old religions 1870-1913; religious nationalism; social reform and service; significance of the movements. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.