The Meera Bai Movement

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Who was the founder of the Meera Bai Movement?

  1. Meera Bai

  2. Tulsidas

  3. Kabir

  4. Surdas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Meera Bai was a 16th-century Hindu mystic poet and devotee of Lord Krishna. She is considered the founder of the Meera Bai Movement.

What was the main focus of the Meera Bai Movement?

  1. Devotion to Lord Krishna

  2. Social Reform

  3. Political Activism

  4. Economic Equality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Meera Bai Movement was primarily focused on devotion to Lord Krishna. Meera Bai's poems and songs expressed her intense love and devotion for Krishna.

What was the significance of Meera Bai's poetry?

  1. It promoted social justice

  2. It criticized the caste system

  3. It advocated for women's rights

  4. It expressed intense devotion to Lord Krishna


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meera Bai's poetry was known for its intense devotion to Lord Krishna. Her poems and songs expressed her longing for union with Krishna and her unwavering faith in his love.

How did Meera Bai challenge societal norms?

  1. She defied the caste system

  2. She rejected traditional gender roles

  3. She criticized religious rituals

  4. She questioned the authority of priests


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Meera Bai challenged societal norms by rejecting traditional gender roles. She defied the expectations of her family and society by pursuing her devotion to Lord Krishna, even though it was considered inappropriate for a woman of her time.

What was the impact of the Meera Bai Movement on Indian culture?

  1. It led to the rise of bhakti poetry

  2. It contributed to the development of classical music

  3. It influenced the growth of the Vaishnava tradition

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Meera Bai Movement had a profound impact on Indian culture. It led to the rise of bhakti poetry, contributed to the development of classical music, and influenced the growth of the Vaishnava tradition.

What is the significance of Meera Bai's legacy?

  1. She is considered a saint by Hindus

  2. Her poetry is still widely read and sung

  3. She is an inspiration for women seeking spiritual fulfillment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meera Bai's legacy is significant because she is considered a saint by Hindus, her poetry is still widely read and sung, and she is an inspiration for women seeking spiritual fulfillment.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Meera Bai's poetry?

  1. Simplicity

  2. Devotion

  3. Mysticism

  4. Social commentary


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meera Bai's poetry is known for its simplicity, devotion, and mysticism, but it does not typically engage in social commentary.

What was the primary language used by Meera Bai in her poetry?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Hindi

  3. Rajasthani

  4. Gujarati


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Meera Bai primarily used Rajasthani, her native language, in her poetry.

What is the name of the famous temple in Rajasthan where Meera Bai is believed to have disappeared?

  1. Dwarkadhish Temple

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Ranakpur Jain Temple

  4. Meera Bai Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meera Bai is believed to have disappeared at the Meera Bai Temple in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan.

Which of the following is NOT a theme commonly found in Meera Bai's poetry?

  1. Divine love

  2. Separation from Krishna

  3. Longing for union with Krishna

  4. Social justice


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meera Bai's poetry primarily focuses on themes of divine love, separation from Krishna, and longing for union with Krishna, rather than social justice.

What is the name of the famous bhajan composed by Meera Bai that begins with the line 'Payo ji maine Ram Ratan dhan payo'?

  1. Bhajo Shyam

  2. Meera Ke Prabhu

  3. Ghanan Ghanan

  4. Payo Ji Maine Ram Ratan Dhan Payo


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The famous bhajan 'Payo Ji Maine Ram Ratan Dhan Payo' is attributed to Meera Bai.

Which of the following is NOT a prominent feature of Meera Bai's poetry?

  1. Use of metaphors

  2. Symbolism

  3. Alliteration

  4. Complex rhyme schemes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meera Bai's poetry is known for its simplicity and directness, and does not typically employ complex rhyme schemes.

What is the name of the famous Meera Bai bhajan that begins with the line 'Aisi Lagi Lagan'?

  1. Bhajo Shyam

  2. Meera Ke Prabhu

  3. Ghanan Ghanan

  4. Aisi Lagi Lagan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The famous Meera Bai bhajan 'Aisi Lagi Lagan' is known for its intense devotion and longing for Krishna.

Which of the following is NOT a significant contribution of Meera Bai to Indian culture?

  1. Promoting devotion to Lord Krishna

  2. Challenging societal norms

  3. Influencing the development of classical music

  4. Establishing a new religious sect


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meera Bai did not establish a new religious sect, but her contributions to devotion, societal norms, and classical music are significant.

What is the name of the famous Meera Bai bhajan that begins with the line 'Ghanan Ghanan Ghor Ghata'?

  1. Bhajo Shyam

  2. Meera Ke Prabhu

  3. Ghanan Ghanan

  4. Aisi Lagi Lagan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The famous Meera Bai bhajan 'Ghanan Ghanan Ghor Ghata' is known for its vivid imagery and intense longing for Krishna.

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