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Q: One of the earliest Bhakti movements were led by the Nayanars, who were devotees of ____.
  • A. Shiva
  • B. Vishnu
  • C. Surya
  • D. Brahma
Correct Answer: Option A - The Bhakti movement began in South India between the seventh century to the twelfth century in which Alwar and Nayanar saints played an important role in its development. Alwar saints worshipped Lord Vishnu while Nayanar saints worshipped lord Shiva.
A. The Bhakti movement began in South India between the seventh century to the twelfth century in which Alwar and Nayanar saints played an important role in its development. Alwar saints worshipped Lord Vishnu while Nayanar saints worshipped lord Shiva.

Explanations:

The Bhakti movement began in South India between the seventh century to the twelfth century in which Alwar and Nayanar saints played an important role in its development. Alwar saints worshipped Lord Vishnu while Nayanar saints worshipped lord Shiva.