Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Bhakti Sufi Traditions

Question:

Which of the following is a correct match in the context of Bhakti Tradition?

Options:

Alvars: devotion to Vishnu

Nayanars: devotion to Shiva

Both 1 and 2

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

Some of the earliest bhakti movements (c. sixth century) were led by the Alvars (literally, those who are "immersed" in devotion to Vishnu) and Nayanars (literally, leaders who were devotees of Shiva). They travelled from place to place singing hymns in Tamil in praise of their gods.