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CET Graduate — Saints & Sects MCQs

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

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CET Graduate — Art & Architecture — Saints & Sects

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Question 1 of 20

Match List-I (Original Name of Founder) with List-II (Sacred Text/Philosophy) and select the correct answer: List-I (a) Ramkrishna (b) Ranjeet (c) Hari Singh Sankhla (d) Parashuram Dev List-II (i) Brahma Gyan Sagar (ii) Arnabhvani (iii) Dvaitadvaitvad (iv) Mantra Rajprakash Codes: (a) (b) (c) (d)

Question 2 of 20

Which of the following female saints successfully broke social taboos to emerge from the Jat community in Nagaur and left an indelible mark on Rajasthan's Sagun Bhakti tradition?

Question 3 of 20

Following the passing of Sant Dadu Dayal, the structural organization of his sect evolved. Which prominent disciple, who was also his eldest son, took over the primary Naraina Peeth and founded the 'Khalsa' branch?

Question 4 of 20

The foundational methodology of the Niranjani Sect requires its adherents to direct their ultimate devotion towards 'Alakh Niranjan'. The term 'Alakh' in this context signifies:

Question 5 of 20

Sant Jasnath Ji, a profound ascetic who established a rigorous tradition of spiritual discipline, took living Samadhi at Katriyasar at what exceptionally young age?

Question 6 of 20

The 'Niranjani Sampradaya', a prominent tradition advocating the exclusive worship of the formless absolute (Alakh Niranjan), was established by which saint, whose life story deeply mirrors the transformation of Sage Valmiki?

Question 7 of 20

Which of the following elements is a quintessential characteristic of the Saguna Bhakti stream, setting it distinctly apart from the Nirguna stream?

Question 8 of 20

Evaluate the following statements in the context of Sant Pipa's ideological contributions: 1. He championed the cause of Saguna devotion, explicitly advocating for temple construction. 2. He strongly opposed external hypocrisies in religious practices, favoring internal realization. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 9 of 20

The world-renowned 'Khejarli Sacrifice', an unparalleled event in global environmental history where Amrita Devi and numerous others laid down their lives to protect trees, occurred in which year?

Question 10 of 20

The theological text 'Subodhini', which provides deep insights into the 'Pushtimarg' (path of grace), is a fundamental scripture of which prominent sect?

Question 11 of 20

The profound transformation of Hari Singh Sankhla into Sant Haridas mirrors a prominent mythological narrative from ancient India. Due to this exact parallel, he is celebrated with which specific title?

Question 12 of 20

Regarding the Jasnathi sect, consider the following statements: 1. The followers consider the 'Jaal' tree and the peacock feather as highly sacred elements of nature. 2. The primary religious chant during their mesmerizing Agni Nritya is 'Fateh-Fateh'. 3. The sect was patronized by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, who granted them land at Katriyasar. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 13 of 20

The famous devotional text 'Narsi Ji Ro Mayro', widely associated with Meerabai's tradition, was actually penned by which of the following authors under her guidance?

Question 14 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 15 of 20

In which historical year did Sant Jambhoji formally lay the foundation of the Bishnoi sect on the sand dunes of Samrathal Dhora in Bikaner?

Question 16 of 20

During her spiritual journey, Meerabai faced severe hardships and was infamously subjected to torments, including being offered a cup of poison. Which of her relatives was primarily responsible for inflicting these cruelties according to historical folklore?

Question 17 of 20

The grand socio-religious gathering known as 'Phool Dol Mahotsav' is annually organized at Shahpura. This festival is the hallmark of which sect?

Question 18 of 20

The Vishnoi sect enforces a strict moral and ecological code upon its followers. Exactly how many fundamental rules (Niyam) comprise this mandatory code of conduct?

Question 19 of 20

The strict rules regarding environmental conservation, protecting wildlife, and preserving green trees were historically propagated by which two prominent saint traditions of Rajasthan?

Question 20 of 20

To formalize his spiritual journey and establish the deeply syncretic Laldasi sect in the Mewat region, Sant Laldas Ji received his formal initiation (Deeksha) from which Muslim Sufi saint?

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