HISTORY
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To the theistic devotional trend that emerged in medieval Hinduism and later revolutionised in Buddhism.
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To the theistic devotional trend that emerged in medieval Hinduism and later revolutionised in Jainism.
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To the theistic devotional trend that emerged in medieval Hinduism and later revolutionised in Sikhism.
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is option 3 i.e Both 1 and 2. The Bhakti movement refers to the theistic devotional trend that emerged in medieval Hinduism. The Bhakti Movement originated in the seventh-century in parts of present-day Tamil Nadu.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Bhakti movement was based on the principles of monotheism and it generally criticized idol worship. The Bhakti reformers believed in freedom from the cycle of life and death and preached that salvation could be attained only by deep devotion and faith in God.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Bhakti movement started in the 7th Century-8th Century in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Later it spread to Karnataka, Maharashtra, and it reached North India in the 15th Century. The Bhakti movement reached its peak in the 15th Century and 17th Century.
Detailed explanation-4: -Religious Impact The evolution of the Bhakti movement awakened the Hindus and Muslims from false superstitions. Both religions appreciated removing differences in their thoughts and practices, resulting in religious intolerance. The movement also dropped the prestige of Brahmins and evolved the Sikhism culture.
Detailed explanation-5: -Main Features of the Bhakti Movement: Self-Surrender. Condemnation of rituals, ceremonies and blind faith. Rejection of idol worship by many saints. Open-mindedness about deciding religious matters.