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Q. Consider the following statements regarding Sagun and Nirguna Bhakti traditions:
  1. Sagun Bhakti is characterized by devotion to deities with attributes, whereas Nirguna Bhakti involves devotion to the formless and attribute-less divine.
  2. Kabir is regarded as a prominent exponent of Nirguna Bhakti, while Mirabai is associated with Sagun Bhakti traditions.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: Statement 1 is correct as Sagun Bhakti emphasizes devotion to manifested deities, while Nirguna Bhakti upholds a formless, quality-less divine. Statement 2 is correct because Kabir is renowned for Nirguna Bhakti, rejecting idol worship, and Mirabai is celebrated for her Sagun Bhakti, especially her devotion to Krishna.
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