What was Basavanna's primary method of social reform?

He established the Anubhava Mantapa, a spiritual parliament where people of all castes could discuss philosophy and social equality.

Basavanna and the Rise of the Lingayat Movement (2014 PYQ)

ID: HIS_PHI_2014_125 Ref: Chapter 6: Bhakti-Sufi Traditions

Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The 12th century witnessed the emergence of a new movement in Karnataka led by a Brahmana named Basavanna.
Statement II: The Lingayats worshipped Shiva in his manifestation as a Linga.

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Basavanna founded the Lingayat movement in 12th-century Karnataka. The movement is characterized by the worship of Lord Shiva in the form of a Linga and a rejection of the caste system.

Consider the following statements:Statement I: The 12th century witnessed the emergence of a new movement in Karnataka led by a Brahmana named Basavanna.Statement II: The Lingayats worshipped Shiva in his manifestation as a Linga.Select the correct code:

Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The 12th century witnessed the emergence of a new movement in Karnataka led by a Brahmana named Basavanna.
Statement II: The Lingayats worshipped Shiva in his manifestation as a Linga.

Select the correct code: