The Brahmo Samaj was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in 1828 in Calcutta (now Kolkata).
It was a socio-religious reform movement that sought to purify Hinduism by removing practices like idol worship, caste distinctions, and unnecessary rituals.
The Brahmo Samaj promoted monotheism and emphasized the worship of a single, formless God.
It played a significant role in the Indian Renaissance, advocating for social reforms such as the education of women, widow remarriage, and the abolition of social evils.
The movement laid the groundwork for later reform movements in India and contributed to the broader struggle for Indian independence.