Ananda Mahasabha

Brahmananda Shivayogi was a social reformer who was famous as the founder of Ananda religion and a rationalist. His former name was Govinda Menon. Govinda, who became a rationalist during his studies, questioned superstitions. He began to react against immoral practices by establishing a Siddha Ashram at Vanur in Alathur. In 1918, Brahmananda Shivayogi founded Ananda Mahasabha. He advocated for transcendental spirituality and opposed all religious movements. A strong critic of Advaita thought and idol worship, Shivayogi gave importance to Shaktism. He advised to reject arguments that were against reason. He authentically argued that animal sacrifice and untouchability were not suitable for a civilized society.

PSC Questions

1. Ananda Mahasabha was founded by - Brahmananda Shivayogi

2. Year of Ananda Mahasabha's foundation - 1918

3. First President of Ananda Mahasabha - Brahmananda Shivayogi

4. Vice President of Ananda Mahasabha founded by Brahmananda Shivayogi - Wife Yogini Devi (Yogini Mata)

5. First Secretary of Ananda Mahasabha - T. Ramapanicker

6. Renaissance leader known as 'Purusha Simham' - Brahmananda Shivayogi

7. Siddha Ashram was founded by Brahmananda Shivayogi in - Alathur