The Bhakti movement started in Karnataka in 12th Century was led by a Brahmana named Basavanna and the followers of this tradition were was known as :
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option 3 - Virashaivas
The twelfth century witnessed the emergence of a new movement in Karnataka, led by a Brahmana named Basavanna (1106-68) who was a minister in the court of a Kalachuri ruler. His followers were known as Virashaivas (heroes of Shiva) or Lingayats (wearers of the linga).