| Consider the following statements relating to the Bhakti movement |
| 1. The Bhakti and Sufi Saints gradually brought about a better understanding of the fundamental tenets of Hinduism and Islam, underlining the fact that they had a great deal of similarity. |
| 2. The Bhakti and Sufi Saints also brought about important changes in the approach to religion, laying greater emphasis on formed observances and rituals. |
| 3. They also contributed to the growth of regional languages and literature. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? |
A) 1 and 2
B) Only 2
C) 2 and 3
D) Only 3
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
[b] The Bhakti movement refers to the theistic devotional trend that emerged in medieval Hinduism. The movement has traditionally been considered as an influential social reformation in Hinduism, and provided an individual- focussed alternative path to spirituality regardless of one's caste of birth or gender. The movement was inspired by many poet-saints, who championed a wide range of philosophical positions ranging from theistic dualism of Dvaita to absolute monism of advaita Vedanta.
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