Bhakti Literature — Prelims Questions

Which of the following pairs of Bhakti saints and their associated regional languages is/are correctly matched? 1. Shankaradeva – Assamese 2. Purandaradasa – Kannada 3. Tukaram – Gujarati 4. Narsinh Mehta – Marathi Select the correct answer using the code given below:

With reference to the Bhakti movement in India, consider the following statements: 1. The Nirguna school of Bhakti emphasized devotion to a formless, attributeless God. 2. Mirabai was a prominent saint of the Saguna school, known for her devotion to Lord Rama. 3. The Alvars and Nayanars were early Bhakti saints from North India who composed in Sanskrit. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following literary works is associated with the Bhakti tradition and is known for its critique of social hierarchies?

Consider the following statements regarding the impact of Bhakti literature: 1. It significantly contributed to the development and standardization of regional languages. 2. It exclusively promoted Saguna forms of worship, rejecting Nirguna concepts. 3. It fostered a cultural synthesis, particularly with Sufi traditions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following women saints is NOT primarily associated with the Bhakti tradition of medieval India?