UPSC History Optional · Paper II · 2013 · Q1(b) · 10 marks
Swami Vivekananda opined that “We should give our ancient spirituality and culture and get in return Western science, technology, methods of raising the standard of life, business integrity and technique of collective effort.” Critically examine.
- Chapter
- Social and Religious Reform Movements in Bengal and Other Areas
- Topic
- Ramakrishna and Vivekananda
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