Practice The Alvars and Nayanars of Tamil Nadu - 2.2.1 | 2. BHAKTI-SUFI TRADITIONS CHANGES IN RELIGIOUS BELIEFS AND DEVOTIONAL TEXTS (C. EIGHTH TO EIGHTEENTH CENTURY) | CBSE 12 History - 2
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2.2.1 - The Alvars and Nayanars of Tamil Nadu

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Question 1

Easy

Who were the Alvars devoted to?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the key figure in Vaishnavism.

Question 2

Easy

What is the primary language of the hymns by Alvars and Nayanars?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the regional language in South India.

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Question 1

To whom were the Alvars devoted?

  • Shiva
  • Vishnu
  • Brahma

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of Vaishnavism!

Question 2

True or False: The hymns of the Alvars and Nayanars are part of temple rituals.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what is often sung during worship.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Construct a detailed analysis of how the Alvars and Nayanars influenced the socio-cultural landscape of Tamil Nadu through their hymns and temple establishment.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the potential of religion to unify communities.

Question 2

Evaluate the lasting impact of the hymns of the Alvars and Nayanars on contemporary Tamil culture.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on how historical practices persist in modern times.

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