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Sadharan Brahmo Samaj

Religious organization in Kolkata, India

The Sadharan Brahmo Samaj or Universal Brahmo Samaj is a division of Brahmoism formed as a result of schisms in the Brahmo Samaj first in 1866 and then another in 1878. Due to ideological differences, Keshab Chandra Sen, one of Brahmo Samaj's key leaders, formed a separate organisation called the Bramho Samaj of India in 1866.2 It was founded by Anandamohan Bose and Shibnath Shastri.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

May 15, 1878Founded1
  • Industryreligious congregations and associations1
  • HeadquartersKolkata1
Sadharan Brahmo Samaj building in Kolkata 01
Photo: Pinakpani, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons3

The Sadharan Brahmo Samaj or Universal Brahmo Samaj is a division of Brahmoism formed as a result of schisms in the Brahmo Samaj first in 1866 and then another in 1878. Due to ideological differences, Keshab Chandra Sen, one of Brahmo Samaj's key leaders, formed a separate organisation called the Bramho Samaj of India in 1866.2

The story

Founded by Anandamohan Bose and Shibnath Shastri on May 15, 1878.1

Leadership

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Timeline

  1. May 15, 1878Founded Founded1

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