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Q73 (NDA-II/2023) History & Culture › Culture, Literature, Religion & Philosophy Official Key

Which one of the following statements about the Bhakti movement is NOT correct ?

Explanation

The Bhakti movement was fundamentally characterized by its inclusivity and celebration of diversity, making statement A incorrect. It emerged as a powerful socio-religious reform that challenged rigid caste hierarchies and orthodox rituals, embracing saints from various castes, genders, and backgrounds.

  • Promotion of Diversity: Far from avoiding it, the movement thrived on pluralism, utilizing local vernacular languages and integrating diverse regional traditions.
  • Saguna and Nirguna: As noted in options C and D, the movement included both Saguna (devotion to God with attributes, e.g., Tulsidas worshipping Rama) and Nirguna (devotion to a formless God, e.g., Sant Kabir).
  • Northern India: In the north, the movement significantly revolved around the avatars of Vishnu, particularly Rama and Krishna, supporting statement B.

Because the movement actively broke social barriers and encouraged diverse paths to salvation, the claim that it avoided traditions promoting diversity is false.

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SIMILAR QUESTIONS

CAPF · 2011 · Q87 Relevance score: 5.36

Which of the following statements about the Bhakti movement is/are correct ? 1. The Bhakti movement evolved as a homogeneous movement. 2. The Bhakti movement helped to bridge the gulf between Hinduism and Islam. 3. The Bhakti movement rcscued Hinduism from the challenges of its own complexities. Select the correct answer using the code given below ;

CAPF · 2020 · Q75 Relevance score: 5.19

Which one of the following statements about the Bhakti Movement in South India is NOT correct ?

CDS-II · 2013 · Q86 Relevance score: 5.15

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CAPF · 2009 · Q52 Relevance score: 4.72

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NDA-I · 2021 · Q28 Relevance score: 3.90

Which of the following statements about Saguna bhakti traditions is/are correct? 1. Saguna bhakti traditions focus on the worship of specific deities such as Vishnu or his avatars. 2. In Saguna bhakti traditions, Gods and Goddesses are conceptualised in anthropomorphic forms. Select the correct answer using the code given below: