Which of the following is not correct with reference to

Virashaivism?

A It strongly argued for the equality of all human beings. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

B It questioned the theory of rebirth. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

C It endorsed the teachings of Jainism. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

D It allowed remarriage of widows. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Virashaiva was an anti-establishment movement. This is evidenced by the fact that not only was the religion in defiance of Brahmanism, it also militantly opposed Jainism, the religion that dominated Karnataka in the 12th-13th centuries. Interestingly, the Abbalur inscription says that one of the main ways in which Jainism was defeated was by large-scale destruction of Jain basadis (temples) and in later examples also the reuse or whole-scale conversions of Jain temples.

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