Maharashtra State Service Pre 2026 PracticeMedium
Q.Consider the following statements regarding the Bhakti movement in South India: (a) The Alvars were devotees of Lord Vishnu, and their hymns were compiled into the 'Nalayira Divya Prabandham'. (b) The Nayanars were devotees of Lord Shiva, and their primary anthology of hymns is known as the 'Tevaram'. (c) Both Alvar and Nayanar movements strictly upheld the caste system and excluded women from participating in their devotional paths. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a
(1) Only (a) and (b)
b
(2) Only (b) and (c)
c
(3) Only (a) and (c)
d
(4) All of the above
Correct Answer: Option A
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