UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 100
Consider the following statements:
- 'Bijak' is a composition of the teachings of Saint Dadu Dayal.
- The Philosophy of Pushti Marg was propounded by Madhvacharya.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D
Correct Option: D
Explanation: Both attribution claims are wrong: the Bijak is associated with Kabir, and Vallabhacharya founded the Pushtimarg tradition.
Statement/Pair-wise Analysis:
Statement/Item 1: Incorrect - Bijak is a compilation of teachings/verses attributed to Kabir, not Dadu Dayal.
Statement/Item 2: Incorrect - Pushtimarg was propounded by Vallabhacharya, whereas Madhvacharya taught Dvaita Vedanta.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - includes incorrect statement/item 1.
B: Incorrect - includes incorrect statement/item 2.
C: Incorrect - includes incorrect statement/items 1, 2.
D: Correct - none of the given statements is correct.