2.5.1 - Faiths of Rulers and Subjects
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Define 'Ulama'.
💡 Hint: Think about who ensures the rulers follow Islamic principles.
What does 'zimmi' mean?
💡 Hint: Recall the term related to protected non-Muslims.
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What does 'zimmi' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about the term related to protected individuals under Islam.
True or False: The bhakti movement allowed women and lower castes access to spiritual practices.
💡 Hint: Recall how bhakti broke social barriers.
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Evaluate the impact of the bhakti movement on the social structure of medieval India.
💡 Hint: Consider how inclusivity in religion affected societal norms.
Discuss the relationship between rulers and ulama in maintaining societal order in the context of Islamic governance.
💡 Hint: Look at how support systems existed between political and religious leaders.
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