Question

With reference to the religious history of medieval India, the Sufi mystics were known to pursue the following practices?

1. Meditation and control of breath.
2. Severe ascetic exercises in a lonely place.
3. Recitation of holy songs to arouse a state of ecstasy in their audience.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Options

• 1 and 2 only

• 2 and 3 only

• Only 3

• 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

1. The development of Sufi Saints in mediaeval India contributed to the spread of social peace.
2. They used to engage in multi-tasking activities such as meditation and deep breathing.
3. They used sacred music and melodies to promote unity and peace in society and to induce spiritual ecstasy in their listeners.