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Q: One of the earliest Bhakti movements were led by the Alvars, literally, those who were immersed in devotion to ............
  • A. Shiva
  • B. Surya
  • C. Vishnu
  • D. Brahma
Correct Answer: Option C - Nayanars and Alvars Saints led the Bhakti Movement in South India. They preached ardent love of Shiva (By Nayanars) or Vishnu (by Alvars) as path of salvation. They were against the rigidity of rituals followed by the people.
C. Nayanars and Alvars Saints led the Bhakti Movement in South India. They preached ardent love of Shiva (By Nayanars) or Vishnu (by Alvars) as path of salvation. They were against the rigidity of rituals followed by the people.

Explanations:

Nayanars and Alvars Saints led the Bhakti Movement in South India. They preached ardent love of Shiva (By Nayanars) or Vishnu (by Alvars) as path of salvation. They were against the rigidity of rituals followed by the people.