Which of the following statements are associated with Mirabai?
(A) She attracted a large sect of followers in Rajasthan.
(B) She has been recognised as a source of inspiration for centuries.
(C) Her songs continue to be sung especially in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
(D) Her songs are sung by women and men, especially those who are poor.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → B, C and D only
(A) She attracted a large sect of followers in Rajasthan. — Incorrect. Mirabai did not attract a sect or group of followers. Her influence spread through her songs.
(B) She has been recognised as a source of inspiration for centuries. — Correct. Even without a sect, she has been recognised as a source of inspiration for centuries.
(C) Her songs continue to be sung especially in Gujarat and Rajasthan. — Correct. Her songs continue to be sung, especially in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
(D) Her songs are sung by women and men, especially those who are poor. — Correct. Her songs are sung by women and men, especially the poor and those considered low caste.
NCERT (2026-27): “8.3 Mirabai, the devotee princess … “Although Mirabai did not attract a sect or group of followers, she has been recognised as a source of inspiration for centuries. Her songs continue to be sung by women and men, especially those who are poor and considered “low caste” in Gujarat and Rajasthan.” |