Question Q13GS1GS1
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. (15 marks, 250 words)
Introduction
Islam refers to a reformist offshoot of orthodox Islam which expounded closeness to God through spiritual union and mysticism.
19 words
Main Body
Reasons for it being able to deepen its roots in the Indian sub-continent:
1Sufism secured state patronage from Mughal rulers, especially Akbar who later in his life grew closer to it.
2Sufism stressed on universal values of love, brotherhood and faith in God which was similar to the Bhakti movement in India which allowed for its greater acceptance.
3Sufism encouraged peaceful interaction with local populace, thus building stronger connections
[illegible] which expanded the fold of Islam in a peaceful manner unlike orthodox Islam's more rigid approach
89 words5 paragraphs
Answer continues on next page
- Clear explanation of Sufism
- Draws parallel with Bhakti movement
- Identifies specific historical figures like Akbar
Topper
Ritika Rath
AIR 48
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times
Bhakti Sufi
Sufism in India
Writing Stats
108
Total words
5
Paragraphs
analytical
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