Which of the following reasons helps to account for the spread of Islam in India?
a. The Muslim conquerors of northern India were respectful to the Hindu faith and its temples and holy images, making them appear more sympathetic to the Hindu population.
b. Hindus and Turkish Muslims are culturally similar, simplifying relations between the two groups.
c. Hinduism and Islam both advocate equality among all believers, making a transition from one to the other faith easy.
d. Low-caste and "untouchable" Hindus found that Islam gave them more rights than Hinduism.
Ans: d. Low-caste and "untouchable" Hindus found that Islam gave them more rights than Hinduism.
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