Module: | Communal Harmony & Inter-faith Dynamics
Q67: Consider the following statements regarding the psychological state of the people waiting outside the mosque:
1. The people waiting outside the mosque were usually affluent individuals seeking Jainulabdeen's advice on business and commerce.
2. They were often vulnerable people experiencing severe physical or psychological distress, desperately waiting for a "go-between."
3. Their anticipation was rooted in a deep, collective faith in Jainulabdeen's spiritual purity and his perceived connection to the divine.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2. They were often vulnerable people experiencing severe physical or psychological distress, desperately waiting for a "go-between."
3. Their anticipation was rooted in a deep, collective faith in Jainulabdeen's spiritual purity and his perceived connection to the divine.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
✅ Correct Answer: B
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. They were vulnerable individuals relying on his spiritual purity.Structural Breakdown: The scene paints a picture of need (invalids), action (offering bowls of water), and belief (trusting the sanctification process). Historical/Related Context: In societies with limited access to modern medicine, the burden of healthcare often fell on spiritual leaders.
The people's faith in Jainulabdeen wasn't about his medical knowledge, but his moral and spiritual authority.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 1 is incorrect because the text explicitly states the water was taken home for "invalids" (sick or disabled people) and they sought to propitiate "demonic forces" (distress), not to seek business advice.