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The main seat (Peeth) of Varkari sect is situated at-

Correct Answer: B. Pandharpur

Explanation: Bhakti Movement of Maharashtra Sects Varkari Sect Gentle devotees of Vithoba (Krishna). Emotional and theoretical. Followers of Advaita philosophy (influenced by Shankaracharya). Major saints: Gyaneshwar, Namdev, Tukaram. Major texts: Gyaneshwari (commentary on Gita, written by Dnyaneshwar). Major seat: Pandharpur Followers used to visit Pandharpur from time to time. Saints mostly from the following castes: Namdev (tailor), Chokha (Mahar), Gora (potter). Dharkari Sect Followers of Ramdas sect. Logical and practical. Main deity: Ram. Major saints: Ramdas, Eknath. PYQ’s Solution English 9 Mughal Period: Political challenges and reconciliation- Afghan, Rajput, Deccan States & Maratha PYQ’s Solution English 9 The Freedom Struggle & Indian National Movement- its various stages, streams and important contributors, contributions from different parts of the country

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The main seat (Peeth) of Varkari sect is situated at-

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