Chishti and Bhakti Movements Quiz
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Who founded the Chishti Order?

  • Khawaja Fariduddin Ganj-e-Shakar
  • Khawaja Muinuddin Chishti (correct)
  • Nizamuddin Auliya
  • Firuzshah Tughlaq
  • What is a key characteristic of the Chishti Order?

  • Focus solely on asceticism
  • Embracing love of God and service to humanity (correct)
  • Strict adherence to rituals
  • Exclusively male followers
  • Which notable follower of the Chishti Order played a significant role in Punjab?

  • Khawaja Fariduddin Ganj-e-Shakar (correct)
  • Shaikh Burhanuddin Gharib
  • Khawaja Muinuddin Chishti
  • Firuzshah Tughlaq
  • Which city was associated with the capital formation of the Chishti Order?

    <p>Daulatabad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Sufi figure is known for his teachings and was a contemporary of Nizamuddin Auliya?

    <p>Shaikh Burhanuddin Gharib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main objectives of the Bhakti Movement?

    <p>Unity and love among people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following saints is known as a prominent figure in the Bhakti Movement?

    <p>Ramananda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which centuries did the Bhakti Movement predominantly take place?

    <p>7th Century to 12th Century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of the Bhakti Movement involved a change in religious practices?

    <p>Rejection of rituals and sacrifices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language was NOT commonly used to spread the teachings of the Bhakti Movement?

    <p>Tamil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which saint is known for his teachings contained in the Bijak?

    <p>Ravidas Chamar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered the founder of the Bhakti Movement?

    <p>Shankaracharya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What message of the Bhakti Movement helped foster religious tolerance?

    <p>Monotheism and overcoming differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following saints lived during the reign of Mughal emperor Akbar?

    <p>Dadu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which saint is recognized as a devotee of Krishna?

    <p>Mirabai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical region is associated with Saint Chaitanya?

    <p>Bengal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which saint's writings are included in the Guru Granth Sahib?

    <p>Kabir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered the founder of the Suhrawardī Order?

    <p>Baghdad Teacher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which title was given to Bahauddin Zakaria by Iltutmish?

    <p>Shaykh-ul-Islam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city served as the headquarters for the Suhrawardī Order?

    <p>Multan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred in 1589 related to the Suhrawardī Order?

    <p>Foundation of Harmandir Sahib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the two notable disciples of the Suhrawardī Order?

    <p>Bahauddin Zakaria and Jalaluddin Tabari</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which order is known for having flourished under the protection of Mughal rulers?

    <p>Muhallabis Order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Sufis of the Suhrawardī Order view physical items?

    <p>They embraced and incorporated them into their practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What movement in Kashmir was influenced by the Suhrawardī Order?

    <p>Rishi movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following figures is incorrectly matched with the Suhrawardī Order?

    <p>Shaykh Ahmad Sirhindi - Founder of Suhrawardī Order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stance did the Suhrawardī Order take against Akbar?

    <p>Opposed him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Bhakti Movement

    • Originated in 12th Century
    • Spread throughout South India
    • Focused on devotion to a personal god
    • Popularized bhakti practices and ideals
    • Flourished in the 12th century
    • Promoted the idea of equality between all people
    • Prominent founders include Shankaracharya

    Founders

    • Shankaracharya (7th century to 12th century)
    • Ramanuja (1192, founded centers in southern India)
    • Madhvacharya (13th century)
    • Ramananda (15th century)

    Highlights

    • Movement emphasized devotion and love for God
    • Expressed universal love through songs, poems, and stories
    • Bhakti literature gained popularity - often written in local languages
    • Encouraged the development of regional languages
    • Bhakti saints stressed the importance of personal devotion
    • Key figures promoted social equality and harmony

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