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Which of the following Bhakti saints was the founder of the 'Pushtimarga' path of grace and propounded the philosophical school of 'Shuddhadvaita' (Pure Non-Dualism)?
A. Ramanuja
B. Madhvacharya
C. Vallabhacharya✓ Correct Answer
D. Nimbarka
💡 Solution & Explanation
Vallabhacharya established the Shuddhadvaita school of philosophy and initiated the Pushtimarga sect, emphasizing pure non-dualism and devotion to Lord Krishna. Alternative options like Ramanuja propounded Vishishtadvaita, whereas Madhvacharya championed Dvaita philosophy. Vallabhacharya was one of the prominent Bhakti movement reformers of medieval India.
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