A new movement known as 'Virashaivas' emerged in which part of the country?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Karnataka
The twelfth century saw the emergence of a new movement in Karnataka, led by Basavanna, whose followers were known as Virashaivas (heroes of Shiva) or Lingayats.
NCERT (2026-27): “3. The Virashaiva Tradition in Karnataka … 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). Lingayats continue to be an important community in the region to date. 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.…” |