The 'Theosophical Society' was founded by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Theosophical Society' was founded by:

A. Madame Blavatsky and Col. Olcott

B. Annie Besant

C. Aurobindo Ghosh

D. Swami Vivekananda

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Theosophical Society was founded in New York in 1875 by Madame H.P. Blavatsky and Colonel H.S. Olcott.

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