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We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjectwise MCQs daily. Daily Quiz UPSC Prelims Marathon 10 December Bhakti and Sufi Movements

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Question No. 1

With reference to the core philosophy and practices of Sufism in India, consider the following statements:
1.Sufis emphasize Ishq (divine love) as the primary bond between God and the individual soul, a concept mirroring the Viraha (longing for God) tradition in Bhakti.
2.The Sufi practice of Sama, or devotional musical assembly, was uniformly accepted across all major Silsilahs (orders) that flourished in India.
3.Unlike orthodox Islamic scholars who focused on external rituals, Sufis prioritized the purification of the inner self (tazkiyat al-nafs) for divine knowledge.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B1 and 3 only

C2 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 2

With reference to the Virashaiva tradition founded by Basavanna in the 12th century, consider the following statements:
1.The movement rejected the theory of rebirth and the authority of the Vedas, advocating for the burial of the dead instead of cremation.
2.They strongly challenged the caste system and the concept of ritual “pollution,” playing a key role in the upliftment of the lower classes.
3.The followers are mandated to observe Panchachara (five codes of conduct) and uphold Ashtavarana (eight shields or protections) to avoid external temptations.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B3 only

C2 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 3

Consider the following pairs associated with the Sufi tradition in India:
S. No.Sufi TermAssociated Meaning/Practice )
1KhanqahThe place where Sufi mystics lived and held spiritual assemblies.
2SamaSilent recitation of Divine Names, rejected by the Chishti order.
3ZiyaratPilgrimage to the tombs (Dargahs) of Sufi saints to seek Barakat.
4MurshidThe spiritual guide or preceptor in the Sufi Silsilah.
How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

AOnly one pair

BOnly two pairs

COnly three pairs

DAll four pairs

Question No. 4

With reference to the historical development and legacy of Sufism in India, consider the following statements:
1.The arrival of Sufis in India preceded the establishment of the Delhi Sultanate, with figures like Al-Hujwari settling in Lahore during the 11th century.
2.The Sufi movement played a crucial role in the growth of regional languages by using dialects like Hindawi and contributing to the syncretic evolution of Urdu.
3.The Sufi Silsilahs are historically classified into two broad categories: Ba-shara (those who strictly followed the Sharia) and Be-shara (those who were not bound by the Sharia).
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 5

With reference to the Chishti Silsilah, the most influential Sufi order in India, consider the following statements:
1.The Chishti saints, in line with their principle of renunciation of worldly wealth, generally refused to accept Jagirs (land grants) and close association with the court.
2.The order was established in India by Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki, who settled in Delhi after receiving the Khilafat from Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 6

Consider the following statements regarding the Delhi-based Chishti saints:
1.Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya, known as Mahbub-i-Ilahi, had strained relations with the contemporary Sultan Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq due to his emphasis on humanism and non-political religious life.
2.The Qutub Minar in Delhi is named after Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki, who served as the first Shaikh-ul-Islam in the court of Sultan Iltutmish.
3.The Chishti order promoted the concept of Sulh-i-Kul (Peace with all), which contributed significantly to interfaith dialogue and drew followers from all religious communities.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 7

With reference to the Chishti Order’s presence and influence beyond the Delhi-Ajmer region, consider the following statements:
1.Nasiruddin Chiragh Dehlavi is regarded as the last of the “great” early Chishti saints to operate from Delhi before the order shifted its focus to other regions.
2.Khwaja Banda Nawaz Gesu Daraz played a pivotal role in the expansion of the Chishti Silsilah to the Deccan, establishing his center in the Bahmani capital of Gulbarga.
3.The Chishti Sufis significantly contributed to the development of Dakhani, a form of Urdu, especially in Bijapur and Karnataka.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

AOnly one statement

BOnly two statements

CAll three statements

DNone of the statements

Question No. 8

With reference to the Suhrawardi Silsilah in India, consider the following statements:
1.The Silsilah was founded in India by Sheikh Bahauddin Zakariya and was predominantly influential in the Punjab and Sindh regions.
2.Unlike the Chishtis, the Suhrawardis maintained a puritanical approach, vehemently opposing the practice of Sama and all forms of bid’ah (innovation).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 9

Which of the following attributes were emphasized by the Suhrawardi principles as essential for a Sufi Master to serve the poor and fulfill his mission?
1.Ilm (Scholarship)
2.Riyazat (Self-mortification)
3.Hal (Mystical enlightenment)
4.Milkiyat (Property/Wealth)
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A1, 2 and 3 only

B1, 3 and 4 only

C2 and 4 only

D1, 2, 3 and 4

Question No. 10

With reference to the Naqshbandi Silsilah in Mughal India, consider the following statements:
1.It was distinguished from other orders like the Chishti by its core practice of silent remembrance (dhikr khafī) and strict adherence to the Shariat.
2.A prominent saint of this order, Sheikh Ahmad Sirhindi, popularized the doctrine of Wahdat-ul-Shuhud (Unity of Appearance) in opposition to the liberal Wahdat-ul-Wajud (Unity of Existence).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

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