Explanation:

The doctrine of Sufism was based on union with God which can be achieved through love of God, prayers, fasts and rituals without reference to Hindu or Muslims. It stressed that cultivation of religious experience should be based on the direct perception of God.

Synthesises variety of ideas and practices from Hinduism, Christianity, Buddhism and Zoroastrianism. • It aimed at service of mankind through spiritual self development • Eager for Hindu-Muslim unity and cultural synthesis • Opposed to orthodoxy preached faith and devotion to the God. • Opposes the materialistic life but not in favour of complete renunciation. • Organised in different orders (Silsilas) • The Sufi orders were divided into two: Ba-shara those who followed the Islamic law; and Be-shara those who were not bound by Islamic law.