Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Bhakti Sufi Traditions

Question:

Identify the term used for 'Pilgrimage' in Chishti devotionalism.

Options:

Khanqah

Qalandars

Ziyarat

Sharia

Correct Answer:

Ziyarat

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Ziyarat

The term used for 'Pilgrimage' in Chishti devotionalism was called Ziyarat.

Pilgrimage, called ziyarat, to tombs of sufi saints is prevalent all over the Muslim world. This practice is an occasion for seeking the sufi’s spiritual grace (barakat). For more than seven centuries people of various creeds, classes and social backgrounds have expressed their devotion at the dargahs of the five great Chishti saints. Amongst these, the most revered shrine is that of Khwaja Muinuddin, popularly known as “Gharib Nawaz” (comforter of the poor).