Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Adi Sankaracharya”:
1.He took guidance from guru Govinda Bhagavatpada.
2.He propagated ‘Advaita Vedanta’ and ‘Dashanami Sampradaya.
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: Adi Sankaracharya (788 and 820 CE) was an Indian philosopher and theologian, Sankara (Jagatguru) and was a firm believer in ancient Hinduism.

  • He is considered as an incarnation of Lord Shiva. He took guidance from guru Govinda Bhagavatpada under whom he studied ‘Gaudapadiya Karika’, ‘Brahmasutra’, Vedas, and Upanishads.
  • He propagated ‘Advaita Vedanta’ and ‘Dashanami Sampradaya.

Source: FORUMIAS

Blog
Academy
Community