| Consider the following statements about the Wahabi movement |
| 1. It was a well-planned movement |
| 2. The movement advocated the preaching of pure Islam |
| 3. During the Revolt of 1857, Wahabis played a notable role in spreading anti-British sentiments. |
| 4. The Wahabis established the Dar-ul-Islam in India. Which of the following is/are the correct statements? |
A) 1 and 2
B) 1, 2 and 3
C) Only 3
D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
[b] The Wahabi Movement was a part of the Indian freedom struggle as it offered a serious threat to British supremacy in India in the 19th century. The movement was led by Syed Ahmed Barelvi, who was greatly influenced by the teaching of Abdul Wahab of Arabia and the preaching of Delhi saint Shah Walliullah. The Wahabi Movement essentially condemned all changes and innovations to Islam. It was a revivalist movement which held that the return to the true spirit of Islam was the only way to get rid of the socio- political oppression. Dar al-Islam literally house/abode of Islam; (or Dar as-Salam, house/abode of Peace; or Dar al-Tawhid, house/abode of monotheism) is a term used by Muslim scholars to refer to those countries where Muslims can practice their religion freely.
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