Bhakti and Sufi movements Quiz - ICSE Class 7 History

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1. Which of the following saints is primarily associated with the Varkari tradition of Maharashtra, emphasizing devotion to Lord Vitthal?

   1. Kabir Das
   2. Guru Nanak Dev
   3. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
   4. Dnyaneshwar
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   Answer: D. Dnyaneshwar

   Dnyaneshwar was a prominent saint and poet in the Varkari tradition, known for his devotional poetry and philosophical insights, particularly concerning Lord Vitthal. Kabir Das was a mystic poet, Guru Nanak Dev founded Sikhism, and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was a key figure in Gaudiya Vaishnavism.

2. The Sufi concept of 'Pir' refers to:

   1. A disciple
   2. A religious scholar
   3. A spiritual guide or master
   4. A holy book
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   Answer: C. A spiritual guide or master

   In Sufism, a 'Pir' (or Sheikh) is a spiritual leader or master who guides disciples on the path to spiritual enlightenment. The 'Murid' is the disciple.

3. The Sufi saint who is famously associated with the city of Fatehpur Sikri and whose blessings are believed to have led to the birth of Emperor Jahangir was:

   1. Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya
   2. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
   3. Sheikh Salim Chishti
   4. Baba Farid
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   Answer: C. Sheikh Salim Chishti

   Sheikh Salim Chishti was a revered Sufi saint of the Chishti order who lived in Sikri (later Fatehpur Sikri). Emperor Akbar visited him seeking blessings for a son, and his prayers were answered with the birth of Prince Salim (Jahangir).

4. Which Sufi saint's shrine in Delhi is a major center of pilgrimage and is renowned for the tomb of the saint and his spiritual successors, attracting devotees from all walks of life?

   1. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti's Dargah
   2. Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya's Dargah
   3. Baba Farid's Shrine
   4. Sheikh Salim Chishti's Tomb
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   Answer: B. Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya's Dargah

   The Dargah of Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya in Delhi is a famous Sufi shrine that not only houses the tomb of the saint but also those of his spiritual descendants. It is a vibrant center of religious and cultural activity, attracting a diverse range of visitors.

5. The Bhakti saint Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, preached a message of:

   1. Devotion to multiple deities
   2. Ritualistic adherence and caste distinctions
   3. The oneness of God and equality of all humanity
   4. The importance of elaborate temple worship
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   Answer: C. The oneness of God and equality of all humanity

   Guru Nanak Dev founded Sikhism, advocating for the worship of one God ('Ek Onkar') and emphasizing the equality of all people, regardless of caste, creed, or gender. His teachings rejected idol worship and ritualism.

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1. The Sufi concept of 'Fana' refers to:
2. Which of the following Bhakti saints composed the 'Abhangas', devotional poems often sung in praise of Lord Vitthal?
3. The Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti is most famously associated with which city in India?
4. The Bhakti movement's emphasis on personal devotion and direct relationship with the divine was a significant departure from:
5. Which of the following Sufi saints is credited with popularizing the Chishti order in India and establishing its influence in Northern India?
6. The Bhakti saint Mirabai was a devotee of which deity and known for her ecstatic poetry?
7. The Sufi practice of 'Sama' involves:
8. Which prominent Bhakti saint from Bengal is known for his fervent devotion to Lord Krishna and for initiating the Gaudiya Vaishnavism movement?
9. The poet-saint Surdas, a follower of Pushti Marg, is renowned for his devotional poetry dedicated to:
10. The Sufi saint Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya was a prominent proponent of which Sufi order in Delhi?
11. Which of the following Bhakti saints, a former bandit, preached the message of divine love and equality and is known for his couplets (dohas)?
12. The Sufi concept of 'Wajd' is closely related to:
13. The Bhakti saint Tulsidas is most famous for his epic poem:
14. Which Sufi saint from the Suhrawardi order, known for his emphasis on adherence to Sharia law, was influential in the Punjab region?
15. The Bhakti movement saw the rise of devotional cults centered around deities like Vishnu (in his various avatars) and:
16. The Sufi saint who is believed to have introduced the Chishti order into India and settled in Ajmer was:
17. Which Bhakti saint from the south, belonging to the Alwar tradition, is credited with composing devotional poetry in Tamil in praise of Lord Vishnu?
18. The Bhakti movement, in its diverse manifestations, contributed to the development of regional languages and literature by:
19. The Sufi saint Baba Farid, a disciple of Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki, is primarily associated with which region?
20. The Bhakti saint Ravidas, known for his teachings on social equality and devotion, was a contemporary of which other prominent Bhakti saint?
21. The Sufi concept of 'Murshid' is synonymous with:
22. Which of the following Bhakti saints from Assam is renowned for his devotion to Lord Krishna and for popularizing the Eka Sharana Nama Dharma tradition?
23. The Bhakti saint Mira Bai's life is often portrayed as a struggle against:
24. The Sufi saint Amir Khusrau, known for his contributions to music, poetry, and literature, was a disciple of which prominent Sufi master?
25. The Bhakti movement's emphasis on 'Nirguna' devotion refers to:
26. The Bhakti saint Dadu Dayal, who preached a syncretic philosophy of love and devotion, was influential in which region?
27. The Sufi practice of 'Zikr' (remembrance of God) is characterized by:
28. The Bhakti saint Lalleshwari, also known as Lalla Ded, was a prominent mystic poet from which region, known for her devotional verses in the Kashmiri language?
29. The Sufi saints of the Naqshbandi order, active in India, were known for their emphasis on:
30. The Bhakti movement's philosophical underpinnings were significantly influenced by:
31. The Bhakti saint Andal, one of the few female saints in the Alwar tradition, is revered for her passionate devotion to Lord Vishnu, expressed through her poems in praise of:
32. The Sufi concept of 'Muraqaba' refers to:
33. The Bhakti saint Tukaram, a prominent figure in the Varkari tradition of Maharashtra, composed thousands of devotional songs called:
34. The Sufi saint Sheikh Bahauddin Zakariya was a significant leader of which order in the city of Multan?
35. The Sufi saint Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki, a successor to Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, is buried in:
36. The Bhakti saint Shankaradeva's dramatic performances, known as 'Bhaona', served to:
37. The Bhakti movement significantly impacted the social fabric by:
38. The Sufi saints were often associated with the development of communal kitchens or dining halls called:
39. The Bhakti saint Jayadeva, famous for his Sanskrit work 'Gita Govinda', was a poet from which region and focused his devotion on:
40. The Sufi saints often emphasized the importance of 'Adab' which means:
41. Which of the following was NOT a characteristic feature of the Bhakti and Sufi movements?
42. The Sufi saint who played a crucial role in the spread of the Chishti order in northern India and whose tomb is a major pilgrimage site in Ajmer was:
43. The Bhakti saint Eknath, a prominent Marathi saint, is known for his devotional poetry and for his commentary on the:

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