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[#866] Which of the following musical instrument has been very popular with the dhaddies who sing traditional ballads of brave warriors and heroes drawn from history?
Correct Answer
(B) Dhadd
Explanation
Solution: Dhadd is a small percussion instrument of the Damru style. It is holded with one hand and played with another hand by striking the skinned side. This instrument is very popular amongst the Dhaddies, who sing traditional ballads of brave warriors and heroes, drawn from history.
[#867] The Arya Samaj was established by Dayanand Saraswati on
Correct Answer
(A) 7 th April, 1875
Explanation
Solution: Swami Dayanand established the Arya Samaj on 7 April, 1875 in Bombay, with 10 principles that are beautifully based purely on God, soul and nature.
[#868] Consider the following statements in relation to Nirankari Movement in Punjab. 1. Nirankari called for the return of Sikhism to its origin and emphasised the worship of God as Nirankar. 2. They rejected all kinds of idol, the rituals associated with idolatry rituals. 3. They stressed the importance and authority of Guru Nanak Ji and of Adi Granth Sahib. 4. They taught a religious code for the householders. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer
(D) All of these
Explanation
Solution: Nirankaris strongly oppose representing the "formless" God with any image, and believe that the true Sikh faith is based on nam simaran (remembering and repeating God's name). They believe in living hereditary gurus from Baba Dyal Das lineage, and that the Sikh scripture is an open text to which the wisdom of their living gurus after Guru Gobind Singh can be added. Nirankaris believe that human guru to interpret the scripture and guide Sikhs is a necessity.
[#869] Which of the following is/are features of the Socio-Religious Movements is Punjab? 1. It aims at purifying a particular religion. 2. Spreading of education among the masses. 3. Propagating new ideas or philosophies. 4. It aims at protecting the interests of Sikhs through education and literature. Select the correct answer
Correct Answer
(D) All of these
[#870] Arya Samaj branch at Lahore was opened in
Correct Answer
(B) 1877