Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Bhakti Sufi Traditions

Question:
Which of the following statements are true in respect of Bhakti Tradition?
Options:
Alvars bhakti movements was led by those devoted to Vishnu.
Nayanars bhakti movements was led by those devoted to Vishnu.
Both Alvars and Nayanars travelled from place to place singing hymns in Sanskrit in praise of their gods.
None of the above
Correct Answer:
Alvars bhakti movements was led by those devoted to Vishnu.
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.