CDS 2026 · PYQ · Modern Indian History / Socio-religious Reform · easy
Swami Vivekananda's speech in the World Parliament of Religions at Chicago in 1893 opened with which of the following words?
A.Sisters and brothers of America✓ Correct
B.Dear citizens of the world
C.Brothers and sisters of the world
D.Esteemed brothers and sisters
Explanation
Swami Vivekananda began his iconic speech at the World Parliament of Religions in Chicago on 11 September 1893 with the words 'Sisters and brothers of America'. These opening words received a thunderous standing ovation from an audience of seven thousand which lasted for two minutes. The speech introduced Hinduism and Indian spiritual thought to the Western world and made Vivekananda an internationally renowned figure.
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