Question

'X' was a Hindu religious reformer, teacher and theologian who also worked under king Bijjala I of the Kalachuri-dynasty. 'X' was a strong opponent of caste system and threw away the ‘Sacred thread’ after his Upanayana. Identify 'X.'

• A. Allamma Prabhu
• B. Siddarama
• C. Basaveshwara
• D. Shivasharana

Answer 1

The correct option is C Basaveshwara

'X' is Basaveshwara. He was a Hindu religious reformer, teacher and theologian who also worked under king Bijjala I of the Kalachuri-dynasty. Although born in a Brahmin household, Basaveshwara was a strong opponent of caste system and threw away the ‘Sacred thread’ after his Upanayana.