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In 1893 in which city Swami Vivekananda delivered inspiring speech as a delegate of India in the parliament of world Religions ?

In 1893 in which city Swami Vivekananda delivered inspiring speech as a delegate of India in the parliament of world Religions ? Correct Answer Chicago

The correct answer is Chicago.

Key Points

  • Swami Vivekananda participated at the Parliament of Religions held in Chicago (USA) on 11th September 1893 and raised the prestige of India and Hinduism very high.
  • He preached Vedantic Philosophy. He condemned the caste system and the current Hindu emphasis on rituals and ceremonies.

Additional Information 

  • Swami Vivekananda founded the Ramkrishna Mission at Belur in Howrah in 1897. It is a social service and charitable society.
  • The objectives of this Mission are providing humanitarian relief and social work through the establishment of schools, colleges, hospitals, and orphanages.
  • He asked the people to improve the lives of the poor and depressed classes. He believed that service to mankind is service to God.
  • The original name of Swami Vivekananda was Narendranath Dutta (1863-1902). 
  • He became the most famous disciple of Shri Ramkrishna Paramahamsa.
  • In 1886, Narendranath took the vow of Sanyasa and was given the name, Vivekananda.

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