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Short textual questions and answers.

1. What was alias Abul’s full name?
Abul’s full name was Maulvi Abul Barkat.

2. What was his turban known as and where did it originally come from?
He used to wear a turban on his head. It was known as Mashadi lungi, because it originally came from Mashad in Iran.

3. What did he always carry with him?
He always carried a walking stick, a sort of scepter with decorative bands of brass and gilt.

4. Describe Maulvi’s appearance.
Maulvi Abul had slightly bulging eyes. He had bright hair. He used fragrant oil for them. He wore silver rings with large turquoise on his fingers. He used to wear a turban on his head. He also carried a walking stick in his hand.

5. How much did the Maulvi collect on every Eid?
He collected from 150 to 200 rupees on every Eid. This amount was contributed by his followers.

God be Praised Questions and Answers
SHORT QUESTIONS
Question No. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Question No. 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10
LONG QUESTIONS
Question No. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Question No. 6, 7, 8 and 9

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