Which of the following statements about Srimanta Shankardeva is/are correct?

In the late fifteenth century Shankardeva emerged as one of the leading proponents of Vaishnavism in Assam

He was the founder of Gaudiya Vaishnavism

His teachings are known as Bhagavati Dharma

He encouraged the establishment of satra and naam ghar

Question

Which of the following statements about Srimanta Shankardeva is/are correct?

In the late fifteenth century Shankardeva emerged as one of the leading proponents of Vaishnavism in Assam
He was the founder of Gaudiya Vaishnavism
His teachings are known as Bhagavati Dharma
He encouraged the establishment of satra and naam ghar

Prepp Team · Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Explanation: Srimanta Shankardeva was a 15th-century saint-scholar from Assam. He was a key figure in the development of the Vaishnavism tradition in Assam, and his teachings focused on the Bhakti movement (Bhagavati Dharma). He promoted the establishment of satras and naam ghars (centers for worship). His teachings were influential in the development of the region's culture and spirituality.

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1 and 2 only

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2 and 3 only

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3 and 4 only

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