Consider the following Assertion (A) and Reason (R) regarding the long-term impact of the Nirguna Bhakti saints:
Assertion (A): The radical teachings of Nirguna saints like Kabir and Guru Nanak eventually led to the formation of distinct sectarian panths (paths/religions).
Reason (R): As the popularity of these saints grew, their followers felt the need to compile their verses into sacred scriptures and establish a distinct lineage of gurus to preserve their unique, non-orthodox identity.
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Both statements are correct and causally linked. Saints like Kabir and Nanak opposed sects and sought universal truth. However, historically, to institutionalize and protect their teachings from being absorbed back into orthodox Hinduism or Islam, their followers codified their sayings (Bijak, Adi Granth) and established successions (Kabir Panth, Sikhism).

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