Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Bhakti Sufi Traditions

Question:

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 :

Options:

Vaishnavism

Shaivism

Virashaivas

Tantrics

Correct Answer:

Virashaivas

Explanation:

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).