Tracing Changes Through A Thousand Years — Social Science STD 7 — Question
Rajasthan BoardEnglish MediumSTD 7Social ScienceTracing Changes Through A Thousand Years3 Marks
Question
What were the major developments in the religious traditions between 700 and 1750?
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Answer
Period between 700 and 1750 witnessed major developments in religious traditions:
During this period, some important changes occurred in Hinduism. Worship of new deities and construction of temples by Kings began. The importance of Brahmanas and priests increased. They became dominant groups in the society.
Another major development was emergence of the idea of Bhakti in which devotees did not require the aid of priests or elaborate rituals to reach their personal deity.
During this period, new religions also appeared in the subcontinent. Teachings of the Holy Quran were brought to India in the 7th century by merchants and migrants.
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