Bhakti and Sufi Movement: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Medieval History)
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UPSC 2001Medieval History · Bhakti and Sufi Movement
Q1. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
List-I (Bhakti Saint)
List-II (Profession)
A. Namdev
1. Barber
B. Kabir
2. Weaver
C. Ravidas
3. Tailor
D. Sena
4. Cobbler
Explanation
Bhakti saints were spiritual reformers who emphasized devotion to a personal god, transcending caste and social hierarchies. They used vernacular languages like Hindi to spread their messages of love, equality, and devotion.
Option (b) is correct:
A is matched with 3: Namdev, from Maharashtra, was a tailor and emphasized devotion to Lord Vitthal. B is matched with 2: Kabir, a mystic poet and social reformer, was a weaver who criticized religious orthodoxy. C is matched with 4: Ravidas, a cobbler by profession, challenged caste discrimination and advocated spiritual equality. D is matched with 1: Sena, a barber, is remembered for his devotion to Lord Vishnu. These saints’ professions underline the Bhakti movement’s commitment to breaking caste barriers and highlighting the dignity of labor.
Answer key for these questions
Q
UPSC year
Correct answer
1
2001
(b) A-3; B-2; C-4; D-1
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