Consider the following statements regarding the major Sufi Silsilas in India:
1. The Chishti saints typically maintained a strict distance from worldly power and refused to accept state patronage.
2. The Suhrawardi saints accepted state patronage, amassed wealth, and often served as royal emissaries.
3. The Naqshbandi silsila was highly syncretic and actively promoted the use of Sama (music) to achieve spiritual ecstasy.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Statement 3 is incorrect. The Naqshbandi silsila was the most orthodox among all Sufi orders. It strictly adhered to the Sharia, vehemently opposed syncretic practices, and completely banned Sama (music). Statements 1 and 2 correctly contrast the Chishti and Suhrawardi approaches to state power.

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