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Karnataka Board · Class 9 · Social Science
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What is the meaning of 'Bhakti' and what was the core philosophy of the Bhakti movement?
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Bhakti means pure trust and devotion to God. The core philosophy emphasized complete surrender to God, devotion over rituals, and achieving moksha (salvation) through love and faith. The movement prom…
Who was Ramananda and what were his major contributions to the Bhakti movement?
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Ramananda (1360-1470) was born in a Brahmin family in Prayaga and was a follower of Ramanuja's philosophy. He established a Vaishnava religious school based on love and devotion, popularized worship o…
Kabir
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Kabir (1440-1510) was a saint from North India, brought up in a Muslim weaver (Jula) family in Varanasi. Student of Ramananda, he condemned caste system and idol worship, declared God is one for both …
Compare the approaches of Kabir and Chaitanya in the Bhakti movement.
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Kabir focused on religious harmony between Hindus and Muslims, condemned idol worship, and promoted the concept of one God through his Hindi Dohas. Chaitanya (1486-1533) specifically popularized Krish…
What is the significance of 'Langar' introduced by Guru Nanak?
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Langar is a community kitchen started by Guru Nanak where food is prepared and served to all people regardless of caste, creed, or religion. This practice broke social barriers and promoted equality b…
Guru Granth Sahib
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The holy book of the Sikhs that contains the teachings and preachings of Guru Nanak (1469-1539). Guru Nanak preached that God was one, condemned idol worship, and emphasized good actions and pure mora…
How did Srimantha Shankaradeva transform Assamese culture and what was unique about his movement?
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Shankaradeva brought newness to Assamese culture and music, starting the Ekasarana Dharma or Vaishnava movement. His Bhagavatha was written in Sanskrit, Assamese, and Brijavali languages. Unique featu…
Meerabai
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Meerabai (1498-1569) was a princess of Mewar who renounced luxury to become a devoted follower of Lord Krishna. She composed devotional songs called 'Bhajans' in praise of Krishna, which became extrem…
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