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Question
Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the Virashaiva or Lingayat tradition?
Options
They emphasize Brahman as the supreme entity.
They do not bury their dead persons.
They believe that on death, they will be united with Shiva.
They are the followers of Vishnu.
MCQ
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Solution
They believe that on death, they will be united with Shiva.
Explanation:
The Virashaiva or Lingayat tradition denied caste divisions, challenged Brahmanical ritual practices, and believed in attaining union with Shiva after death, which is why they followed burial instead of cremation.
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