Bhakti-Sufi Traditions — Class 12 History PYQs

In a modern city, a group of friends discusses the relevance of Kabir's teachings in today's society. Some believe these are outdated, while others see their significance in promoting equality and love. Which of the following scenario best reflects Kabir's relevance today ?

Who among the following included the composition of Guru Tegh Bahadur ji in the Guru Granth Sahib ?

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding Virashaiva or Lingayat tradition ?

Read the following source carefully and answer the questions that follow :
Amir Khusrau and the Qaul
Amir Khusrau (1253-1325), the great poet, musician and disciple of Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya, gave a unique form to the Chishti 'sama' by introducing the qaul (Arabic word meaning "saying"), a hymn sung at the opening or closing of qawwali. This was followed by sufi poetry in Persian, Hindavi or Urdu, and sometimes using words from all of these languages. Qawwals (those who sing these songs) at the shrine of Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya always start their recital with the qaul. Today qawwali is performed in shrines all over the subcontinent.
31.1 What unique form did Amir Khusrau introduce to the Chishti 'sama' ?
31.2 How did the Chishti-sufi traditions shape Amir Khusrau's understanding of spirituality ?
31.3 Analyse the significance of the Sufism in the qawwali performances.

Who among the following was the mentor of Amir Khusrau ?

Identify the disciple of Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya with the help of the following information :
· He was a great poet and musician of medieval period.
· He gave a unique form to Chishti sama.
· He introduced qawwali.