Q. Consider the following statements regarding “ravidas”:
1.He was one of the disciples of the bhakti saint-poet Kabir.
2.His devotional songs were included in the Sikh Scriptures.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: Ravidas was a poet saint of the bhakti movement during the 15th to 16th century.

  • The life details of Ravidas are uncertain and contested. Most scholars believe he was born in a family of tanners.
  • Ravidas was one of the disciples of the bhakti saint-poet Ramananda.
  • Ravidas’ devotional songs were included in the Sikh Scriptures.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT


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