Question

Which movement did Basawanna lead? In which dynasty was he related?

Hint:

Basavanna founded the Lingayat sect under the Kalachuri king Bijjala.

Answer 1

Step 1: Identify the movement:
Basavanna (Basava, 12th century) led the Lingayat (Virashaiva) movement in Karnataka, which rejected caste hierarchy, idol worship and Brahmanical ritualism, promoting devotion to Shiva through the linga.

Step 2: Identify his dynastic association:
He served as a minister in the court of the Kalachuri king Bijjala II, so he was associated with the Kalachuri dynasty of Karnataka.

Final Answer:
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