Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Bhakti Sufi Traditions

Question:

'Vachanas' (literally-sayings) were composed by the Virashaivas in which language?

Options:

Tamil

Telugu

Marathi

Kannada

Correct Answer:

Kannada

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Kannada

The "Vachanas" are a form of devotional poetry and philosophical sayings that were composed by the, a religious and social movement in South India. The Virashaivas primarily used the Kannada language to express their religious and philosophical ideas.

These "Vachanas" are an important part of Kannada literature and were written by various Virashaiva saints and poets, such as Basava and Allama Prabhu, in the Kannada language. These compositions played a significant role in the cultural and literary heritage of the Kannada-speaking regions of India.

So, the correct option is [4].