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    Question

    Consider the following statements regarding the

    emergence of religious movements in South India: 1.The South Indian bhakti saints were critical of Buddhists and Jains, who had significant influence at the courts of South Indian kings. 2.The Bhakti movement in South India did not resist the authority of orthodox Brahmanas by making bhakti accessible to all, irrespective of caste and gender. 3. The rise of Vaishyas and Sudras contributed to the growth of religious movements as they sought an alternative to the rigid Brahmanical hierarchy.  Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    A I & II only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B II & III only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C I & III only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Sol. The Bhakti movement in South India was a response to multiple factors, including opposition to Jain and Buddhist influence, resistance to Brahmanical orthodoxy, and the rise of lower castes seeking greater social acceptance. These factors played a key role in shaping the Bhakti movement.

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