Question

Consider the following statements about Kabir's socio-religious ideas:
1. Unlike Tulsidas, Kabir worshipped Rama as a non-incarnate Supreme God.
2. Kabir denounced the practices of the Shaktas, Vaishnavas and Nathpanthi yogis.
3. Kabir was influenced by the teachings of Vedas, Upanishads and Quran.
4. Kabir saw great virtue in asceticism.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

• A. 1, 2 and 3
• B. 1 and 2
• C. 2, 3 and 4
• D. 1 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is B 1 and 2

Kabir led his early life in Kashi where he came in contact with both the Hindu and Muslim saints. He emphasized the unity of God who is formless whom he calls by several names. He strongly denounced the idol worship, pilgrimages, formal worships such as Namaz. Though familiar with Yogic practices, he considered neither asceticism nor book knowledge important for true knowledge. So the 4th statement is not correct.