Question Q.13GS1GS1
Explain why Sufism, a liberal reform movement in Islam could deepen its roots in the Indian sub-continent, despite Islam being a foreign religion? Also, bring out the impacts of Sufism on Indian society.
Introduction
Sufism is a form of reformist movement in Islam which abstained itself from rigid religious practices and gave alternate forms of worshiping God like 'sama', etc.
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Main Body
Reason for deepened roots:
1Name of Sufism: very similar already established Bhakti movement.
2Practicable: easy form of worship through songs, etc. so attracted many
3Royal patronage: from Delhi sultanate to Mughals, sufis got royal patronage helping it's spread.
4Muslim population in India: high due to conversion, foreign settlements, etc.
5Non-violent character: not threat to other and thus spread easily.
6Sufis in state admin: Qadriya sleikah snowed in fame and thus increased influence.
Impact on Indian society:
1It gave new forms of worship and devotion e.g. 'sama', etc.
2It increased acceptance of Islam from rigid to liberal religion
3Sufis acted as theologians and helped the ruling class in being educated.
4New cultural dimension to the 'melting pot' of Indian society.
5Contribution to music (legal, etc.) thus enriching Indian heritage.
6Believed in equality of eight to worship thus creating way for women empowerment.
ex. Khwaja Nasruddin Chisti & His Allah patronaged by Mughals.
4Muslim population in India: high due to conversion, foreign settlements, etc.
5Non-violent character: not threat to other and thus spread easily.
6Sufis in state admin: Qadriya sleikah snowed in fame and thus increased influence.
educated.
In Akbar's social policies influenced by sufi teachers.
4New cultural dimension to the 'melting pot' of Indian society.
5contribution to music (legal, etc.) thus enriching Indian heritage.
6Believed in equality of eight to worship thus creating way for women empowerment.
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Conclusion
Thus, Sufi movement in India left indelible mark in the Indian society, culture and art.
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- Clear structure separating reasons for deepened roots and impacts
- Comprehensive listing of factors explaining Sufism's success in India
- Mentions comparative analysis with Bhakti movement
- Highlights role of royal patronage and women empowerment
- Connects to broader cultural and social impacts
Topper
Harsh Lodha
AIR 2612023
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times
Bhakti Sufi
Sufism in India
Writing Stats
285
Total words
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analytical and structured
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