Q. Among the following who was the proponent of the ‘Bhakti Cult’ from West Bengal?
(a) Chaitanya Prabhu
(b) Ramanujacharyulu
(c) Ramanand
(d) Kabir
Ans: (a) Chaitanya Prabhu
Explanation: The proponent of the ‘Bhakti Cult’ from West Bengal was (a) Chaitanya Prabhu.
Chaitanya Prabhu, also known as Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, was a 16th-century saint and spiritual leader from West Bengal, India. He is considered one of the most significant proponents of the Bhakti movement, which emphasized intense devotion and love for God as the path to spiritual enlightenment.
Chaitanya Prabhu propagated the practice of congregational chanting of the holy names of God, specifically the chanting of the Hare Krishna mantra. He emphasized the significance of devotional love (bhakti) and advocated that anyone, regardless of social or religious background, could attain spiritual liberation through sincere devotion to God.
Ramanujacharyulu was a prominent philosopher and theologian associated with the Sri Vaishnavism tradition in South India. Ramanand was a 14th-century saint and teacher from North India who played a significant role in the spread of Bhakti movement. Kabir was a mystic poet and saint who lived in the 15th century and is revered by both Hindu and Muslim communities.
Therefore, the correct answer to your question is (a) Chaitanya Prabhu.
