Which of the following statement (s) is/are correct related to the cardinal principle of Bhakti Cult?
I. It was influencing devotion to a personal God, whose grace was the only means of attaining salvation or Mukti.
II. It stressed the idea of a personal God and pointed out the absurdity of the caste system in the presence of God and the futility of external rites and ceremonies.
A. Only I
B. Only II
C. Both I & II
D. Neither I nor II
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The cardinal principle of Bhakti Cult was influencing devotion to a personal God, whose grace was the only means of attaining salvation or Mukti. It stressed the idea of a personal God and pointed out the absurdity of the caste system in the presence of God and the futility of external rites and ceremonies. It allowed both men and women to achieve salvation by Bhakti. God is one, He alone should be worshipped. By following the path of true devotion (Bhakti) one can find salvation or (nijat, mukti). A true guru is indispensable for realizing God or attaining salvation.Related Questions on Bhakti Movement
The concept of Sagunabrahmana was the outcome of which concept of Bhakti Movement?
A. Nirgunabraman
B. Vaishanavism
C. Shaivism
D. None of the above
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