Who among the following was the saint of the Varkari Sect?

Namadeva

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Nimbarka

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Chakradhara

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Ramdasa

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Solution

The correct option is A Namadeva
Varkari was a religious movement launched within the Bhakti movement. It was mainly spread in the states of Maharashtra and Karnataka. Namdev was an important follower of this Varkari Sect. The Varkaris observed a strict avoidance of alcohol and tobacco and also followed a vegetarian diet.

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