The purpose of Ananda Marga is: Self-knowledge and Service to all beings Ananda Marga is a global socio-spiritual organization, founded in India in 1955 by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. It is based on a philosophy of life applied to action (Karma Yoga). The goal is to enable each person to have the chance to realize their full potential. It seeks to develop people in all aspects of life – physical, psychic and spiritual – in order to contribute to the elevation of society, bringing positive changes in the social, educational, artistic and intellectual spheres of all. Scientific Spiritual Philosophy Story The beginnings of Ananda Marga take us back to the state of Bihar, India in 1955, to the town of Jamalpur where Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar organized the first chapter of Ananda Marga. His philosophy strongly rejected dogmas, superstitions and conventions such as the caste system. Sarkar taught spiritual practices for self-development and urged the aspirants to take a strong stand against exploitation and corruption. The motto “Self-realization and Service to Humanity†became the guiding ideal for thousands of people who were attracted to the universal vision of Ananda Marga. After a few years, the movement had spread through the states of Bihar and West Bengal. In 1962, P.R. Sarkar initiated the first monk of Ananda Marga. The creation of the order of nuns followed in 1966. Foundation Sarkar taught spiritual practices for self-development and urged the aspirants to take a strong stand against exploitation and corruption. The motto “Self-realization and service to humanity†became the guiding ideal for thousands of people who were attracted to the universal vision of Ananda Marga. Recognition By 1970 Ananda Marga had become a global organization with branches in Europe, America, Africa, Asia and Australasia. The seed that was planted in the humble Indian village back in 1955 has today grown into a vibrant global network of men and women whose desire is to serve God by serving humanity, across national, economic or ideological barriers. .