Bhakti and Sufi movements Quiz - ICSE Class 7 History

Free practice quiz: Bhakti and Sufi movements (ICSE Class 7 History). 48 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

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1. Which of the following saints is primarily associated with the Varkari tradition of Maharashtra, emphasizing devotion to Lord Vitthal?

   1. Kabir Das
   2. Guru Nanak Dev
   3. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
   4. Dnyaneshwar
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   Answer: D. Dnyaneshwar

   Dnyaneshwar was a prominent saint and poet in the Varkari tradition, known for his devotional poetry and philosophical insights, particularly concerning Lord Vitthal. Kabir Das was a mystic poet, Guru Nanak Dev founded Sikhism, and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was a key figure in Gaudiya Vaishnavism.

2. The Sufi concept of 'Pir' refers to:

   1. A disciple
   2. A religious scholar
   3. A spiritual guide or master
   4. A holy book
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   Answer: C. A spiritual guide or master

   In Sufism, a 'Pir' (or Sheikh) is a spiritual leader or master who guides disciples on the path to spiritual enlightenment. The 'Murid' is the disciple.

3. The Sufi saint who is famously associated with the city of Fatehpur Sikri and whose blessings are believed to have led to the birth of Emperor Jahangir was:

   1. Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya
   2. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
   3. Sheikh Salim Chishti
   4. Baba Farid
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   Answer: C. Sheikh Salim Chishti

   Sheikh Salim Chishti was a revered Sufi saint of the Chishti order who lived in Sikri (later Fatehpur Sikri). Emperor Akbar visited him seeking blessings for a son, and his prayers were answered with the birth of Prince Salim (Jahangir).

4. Which Sufi saint's shrine in Delhi is a major center of pilgrimage and is renowned for the tomb of the saint and his spiritual successors, attracting devotees from all walks of life?

   1. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti's Dargah
   2. Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya's Dargah
   3. Baba Farid's Shrine
   4. Sheikh Salim Chishti's Tomb
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   Answer: B. Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya's Dargah

   The Dargah of Sheikh Nizamuddin Auliya in Delhi is a famous Sufi shrine that not only houses the tomb of the saint but also those of his spiritual descendants. It is a vibrant center of religious and cultural activity, attracting a diverse range of visitors.

5. The Bhakti saint Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, preached a message of:

   1. Devotion to multiple deities
   2. Ritualistic adherence and caste distinctions
   3. The oneness of God and equality of all humanity
   4. The importance of elaborate temple worship
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   Answer: C. The oneness of God and equality of all humanity

   Guru Nanak Dev founded Sikhism, advocating for the worship of one God ('Ek Onkar') and emphasizing the equality of all people, regardless of caste, creed, or gender. His teachings rejected idol worship and ritualism.

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