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What were the major ideas expressed by Basavanna?

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The connection between the bhakti movement and temple worship in turn lead to a reaction that was best represented in the Virashaiva movement. It was initiated by Basavanna. This movement began in Karnataka in the mid-twelfth century The major ideas expressed by Basavanna were,

  • the Virashaivas argued strongly for the equality of all human beings. 
  • they were against scriptural ideas about caste and the treatment of women. 
  • they were also against all forms of ritual and idol worship.


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