Google pays tribute to Raja Ram Mohan Roy on 246th-birthday
Search engine giant Google today paid tribute to social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy with a doodle on his 246th birthday. Known as the "Maker of Modern India", Roy was known for his contribution towards the abolition of the practice of Sati. The doodle has been created by Beena Mistry, a Toronto-based designer and illustrator. Here are more details.
Roy founded Brahma Samaj in 1828
Roy founded Brahma Samaj in 1828 with an aim to reform and modernize the Indian society. He sought to integrate the best of Indian traditions and western culture. He also established a number of schools to popularize a modern system of education in India.
