Static Quiz 09 August 2025 (Medieval History)
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Static Quiz 09 August 2025 (Medieval History) for UPSC exam
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With reference to Sufism, consider the following statements:
1. Sufi’s sought direct community with God through love and dedication.
2. The Silsila system was a formalized spiritual origin.
3. Sufis rejected the Quranistic teachings.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectRight answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statements 1 and 2: Correct – Sufis emphasized spiritual discipline and Silsila tradition.
• Declaration 3: Incorrect – Sufis respected the Quran but differed in interpretation.
→ 2 Correct statements.IncorrectRight answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statements 1 and 2: Correct – Sufis emphasized spiritual discipline and Silsila tradition.
• Declaration 3: Incorrect – Sufis respected the Quran but differed in interpretation.
→ 2 Correct statements.Ask 2 by 5
Consider the following statements about the Chishti order:
1. It originated in Central Asia and was brought to India by Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
2. It opposed Royal Patronage and lived in simplicity.
3. It established Khanqahs who served as spiritual and community centers.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectRight answer: (C)
Explanation:
• All three statements are correct with regard to Chishti practices in India.
→ 3 Correct statements.IncorrectRight answer: (C)
Explanation:
• All three statements are correct with regard to Chishti practices in India.
→ 3 Correct statements.Ask 3 by 5
Consider the following with regard to Sufi practices in India:
1. Sama (musical meetings) were universally accepted under all SUFI orders.
2. The concept of Wahdat al-Wujud (unity of his) was promoted by Ibn Arabi and taken over by Indian Sufi’s.
3. Khanqahs served as centers for meditation, hospitality and public discourse.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectRight answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect – Suhrawardis opposed Sama, unlike Chishtis.
• Statement 2: Correct – concept of unity of influencing sufi thought in India.
• Statement 3: Chantqahs were multifunctional centers.
→ 2 Correct statements.IncorrectRight answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect – Suhrawardis opposed Sama, unlike Chishtis.
• Statement 2: Correct – concept of unity of influencing sufi thought in India.
• Statement 3: Chantqahs were multifunctional centers.
→ 2 Correct statements.Ask 4 by 5
.Conider the following couples:
Sufi Holy Order1. Nizamuddin Auliya – Chishti
2. Bahauddin Zakariya – Suhrawardi
3. Shah Waliullah – Qadiri
Which of the couples above are correctly matched?CorrectRight answer: (C)
Explanation:
• All three pairs are correctly matched.
→ 3 Correct pairs.IncorrectRight answer: (C)
Explanation:
• All three pairs are correctly matched.
→ 3 Correct pairs.Ask 5 by 5
Consider the following with regard to the doctrine of Sufi -Saints:
1. Sufis emphasized Zahir (external law) over Batin (inner meaning).
2. They used poetry, music and metaphors to express divine love.
3. Many Sufi’s maintained close relationships with the prevailing class to spread their message.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectRight answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Declaration 1: Incorrect – Sufis appreciated Batin (inner spiritual meaning) more than external legalism.
• Statements 2 and 3: correct – poetry/music (such as Rumi, Amir Khusrau) and interactions of the state were common.
→ 2 Correct statements.IncorrectRight answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Declaration 1: Incorrect – Sufis appreciated Batin (inner spiritual meaning) more than external legalism.
• Statements 2 and 3: correct – poetry/music (such as Rumi, Amir Khusrau) and interactions of the state were common.
→ 2 Correct statements.
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