The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) was founded on 27 September 1925, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, by Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar. Established during a period of growing social and political upheaval in India, the RSS aimed to unify the Hindu community and foster a sense of cultural pride and nationalism. Dr. Hedgewar believed that the strength of Indian society lay in its Hindu identity and envisioned the RSS as an organization that would build a disciplined, morally upright, and self-reliant society. The RSS promotes the concept of Hindutva, or the essence of Hindu culture, and works to strengthen India's social fabric through its network of volunteers.
Organized through thousands of local branches called "shakhas," the RSS focuses on community service, cultural preservation, education, and character building. Over the decades, it has played a key role in various socio-political movements, from supporting the Indian independence struggle to participating in disaster relief and social reforms. It has also given rise to a number of affiliated organizations, collectively known as the Sangh Parivar, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Despite controversies surrounding its ideology, the RSS remains a significant force in Indian society and politics.
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