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Q · Bhakti and Sufi Movements Medium · 45s
Consider the following statements about the Bhakti Movement: 1. It originated in South India with the Alvars and Nayanars. 2. It rejected caste distinctions and ritualism. 3. Kabir was an early Bhakti saint from Tamil Nadu. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
TopicBhakti and Sufi Movements
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Bhakti Movement began in South India with the Alvars (devotees of Vishnu) and Nayanars (devotees of Shiva). It opposed caste hierarchy and ritualism. Kabir was a North Indian saint, not from Tamil Nadu.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only