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History GK · Q12

Deccan Dynasties And Sangam Dynasty

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 12

Q12

From which modern State did the Alwar saints orignate?

A.
Tamil Nadu
Answer
B.
Kerala
C.
Karnataka
D.
Maharashtra

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
First view is that it originated in Tamil Nadu during the seventh century and then spread through Karnataka, Maharashtra and spread in almost all parts of Northern / Eastern India by 15th century. In Tamil Nadu, the movement was started by Vaishnava saints {Alvars} and Shaiva saints {Nayanars}