How did the socio-religious reform movements contribute to the growth of nationalism?

Movements such as the Brahmo Samaj, the Arya Samaj and the Ramakrishna Mission attacked social evils and superstition and restored confidence in India's own heritage. By insisting on equality and rational thought they broke down caste and regional barriers, and by rediscovering India's past they gave Indians a pride that turned into a demand for self-rule.

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Explanation

Many early nationalist leaders came out of these movements.