What was the meaning of 'Jangama' in 12th-century Karnataka?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Wandering Monks
Among the Lingayats of twelfth-century Karnataka, those revered included the jangama or wandering monks.
NCERT (2026-27): “2.4 Relations with the state … They worship Shiva in his manifestation as a linga, and men usually wear a small linga in a silver case on a loop strung over the left shoulder. Those who are revered include the jangama or wandering monks. Lingayats believe that on death the devotee will be united with Shiva and will not return to this world.…” |