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CET 12th Level — Saints & Sects MCQs

Practice 20 free saints & sects multiple choice questions for CET 12th Level exam. Instant answers with explanations in Hindi and English.

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CET 12th Level — Art & Architecture — Saints & Sects

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Question 1 of 20

The historical emergence of the Bhakti movement in medieval Rajasthan was catalyzed by a confluence of socio-religious crises. Which of the following accurately describes this contemporary environment?

Question 2 of 20

Before embracing extreme asceticism and founding the Niranjani sect, Sant Haridas (Hari Singh) belonged to which specific Rajput clan?

Question 3 of 20

Which Delhi Sultan was so profoundly influenced by the spiritual power of Sant Jasnath Ji that he officially granted him land in the Katriyasar region?

Question 4 of 20

The renowned spiritual text 'Nishani', which elaborately uncovers the profound secrets of Yoga and Pranayama, was composed by which of the following saints?

Question 5 of 20

After renouncing the royal throne of the Gagron fort to pursue supreme spiritual enlightenment under Swami Ramanand, Sant Pipa performed his most severe ascetic penances in a cave located at:

Question 6 of 20

Which branch of the Dadu Panth strictly consists of wandering ascetics who have completely renounced worldly life and continuously travel to impart spiritual teachings to householders?

Question 7 of 20

To reform the archaic practices and deeply entrenched superstitions among the indigenous tribal populations of the Vagad region, Sant Mavji spearheaded which specific socio-religious campaign?

Question 8 of 20

In order to completely eradicate human ego and societal pride, which prominent sect of Rajasthan employs a highly unique formal initiation ritual where the disciple is paraded backward on a donkey with a blackened face?

Question 9 of 20

Which prominent female saint, known for spreading Krishna Bhakti in the tribal belts of Dungarpur, was honored with the construction of the 'Balmukund Temple' by Maharawal Shiv Singh?

Question 10 of 20

Assertion (A): The followers of the Dadu Panth consider standard funeral rites like cremation or burial as religiously inappropriate for their community. Reason (R): They strongly believe that leaving the deceased body in the open forest to feed wild animals and birds represents the ultimate fulfillment of universal charity and compassion. Choose the correct option:

Question 11 of 20

Which specific compilation of texts forms the authoritative literary and spiritual corpus of the Vishnoi sect established by Sant Jambhoji?

Question 12 of 20

Match List-I (Founder's Original Name) with List-II (Sect Founded) and select the correct answer: List-I (a) Ramkrishna (b) Hari Singh Sankhla (c) Ranjeet List-II (i) Niranjani Sect (ii) Charandasi Sect (iii) Ramsnehi Sect Codes: (a) (b) (c)

Question 13 of 20

Which of the following locations is historically recognized as the birthplace of the legendary saint Meerabai?

Question 14 of 20

Identify the spiritual texts authored by Sant Pipa that serve as canonical literature emphasizing formless (Nirguna) worship and critiquing external religious hypocrisy.

Question 15 of 20

The supremely sacred 'Baneshwar Dham', the principal pilgrimage center established by Sant Mavji for the tribal communities of Vagad, is situated at the geographical confluence of which three rivers?

Question 16 of 20

The 'Meera of Vagad', who significantly impacted the tribal belts through her spiritual influence, lived during an era where which regional ruler extended royal patronage to her by constructing a temple?

Question 17 of 20

The texts 'Simbhudada' and 'Konda' contain the core doctrines of which spiritual tradition?

Question 18 of 20

Which sect's monks traditionally don yellow clothes and follow exactly 42 rules?

Question 19 of 20

Which regional ruler of Rajasthan commissioned the construction of the grand 'Balmukund Temple' to honor the intense devotion of Gavri Bai, the 'Meera of Vagad'?

Question 20 of 20

Meerabai (1498-1547 AD) lived through a turbulent era of Indian history that saw the transition of power in Delhi. She was a direct contemporary of which founder of the Mughal Empire?

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