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History question from Social Forest Worker exam, 2026 by JKSSB

Given below are two statements:

I. Bhakti saint Shankaradeva addressed "Vaishnav Dharma" as "Sanatan Dharma". 
II. Shankaradeva's main composition is Kirtanghosh.

Identify the correct statements- 

Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Correct Answer: Option C — Both I and II
Detailed Explanation Statement I is CORRECT: Srimanta Sankardeva, the great 15th–16th century saint, social reformer, and scholar from Assam, referred to the faith he preached as "Sanatan Dharma" or "Bhagavati Dharma" (also popularly known as Ekasarana Dharma or Mahapurushiya Dharma). He viewed his devotional movement as a return to the original, eternal truth (Sanatan) centered on exclusive devotion (bhakti) to Krishna/Narayana.  
Statement II is CORRECT:The Kirtan Ghosha (or Kirtanghosh) is universally recognized as the magnum opus and primary devotional scripture composed by Srimanta Sankardeva. It contains a collection of narrative poetry meant for community chanting (Nama-Kirtana) and remains central to the Neo-Vaishnavite tradition in Assam.  
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.

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