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Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The Bhakti movement originated among the landholding castes.
2.The Bhakti movement was critical of Buddhists and Jains.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: The Bhakti movement originated among the landholding castes, and it was critical of Buddhists and Jains. This also led to a fight for royal patronage.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

Q. Consider the following statements: 1.The Bhakti movement originated among the landholding castes. 2.The Bhakti movement was critical of Buddhists and Jains. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The Bhakti movement originated among the landholding castes.
2.The Bhakti movement was critical of Buddhists and Jains.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?