Multiple choice

With reference to 'Sufism', consider the following statements:

  1. It is a sect of Islam.
  2. It is also known as Tasawwuf.
  3. Sufism came to India even before the establishment of Sultanate.
  4. It attempted to bridge the gap between orthodoxy and the religion of faith and devotion.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 3

  3. Only 4

  4. 1, 3 and 4

  5. 2, 3 and 4
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Sufism or Tasawwuf  is not really a sect of Islam, but an aspect or dimension of Islam. There are two main sects in Islam: Sunni and Shia. Sufism came to India even before the establishment of the Sultanate. They attempted to bridge the gap between orthodoxy and the religion of faith and devotion.

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