Which of the following statements about the Virasaiva Movement is/are correct?
- 1. Virasaiva followers are also known as Lingayats.
- 2. The Movement is closely associated with Basaveshwara.
- 3. The Movement became institution-alized over a period of time.
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– Statement 2 is correct. The Virasaiva Movement, which emerged in the 12th century in South India, is strongly associated with Basaveshwara (Basavanna), a philosopher, statesman, and social reformer who championed radical social reforms, including challenging caste distinctions and patriarchal norms.
– Statement 3 is correct. Over time, the Virasaiva Movement developed into an established religious and social tradition with its own organizational structures, such as mathas (monasteries), significant body of literature (Vachanas), and philosophical schools, thus becoming institutionalized.