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Which of the following statements are true with respect to Sufism? I. They preached spirituality through music and doctrines. II. The Sufis were very conservative in their religious outlook. III. The Sufis were organised into religious orders or silsilahs. IV. These started the tradition of piri-muridi.

Which of the following statements are true with respect to Sufism? I. They preached spirituality through music and doctrines. II. The Sufis were very conservative in their religious outlook. III. The Sufis were organised into religious orders or silsilahs. IV. These started the tradition of piri-muridi. Correct Answer I, III and IV

The correct answer is I, III and IV.

Key Points

  • ​Sufism is a mystical form of Islam, a school of practice that focuses on the spiritual search for God and Shuns materialism.
  • The term 'Sufi' is probably derived from Arabic.
  • It is a form of Islamic mysticism which stresses asceticism. There is a lot of emphasis on devotion towards God.
  • In Sufism, self-discipline is considered an essential condition to gain knowledge of God by a sense of perception.

Additional Information 

  • Unlike orthodox Muslims which emphasize external conduct, the Sufis lay stress on inner purity.
  • Sufis believe service to humanity is tantamount to service to God.
  • In India, Sufism adopted many native Indian concepts such as Yogic postures, music, and dance. Sufism found adherents among both Muslims and Hindus.
  • There were two broad Sufi orders:
    • Beshara - Those who were more liberal.
    • Bashara - Those who obeyed Islamic laws.

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