With reference to the cultural history of medieval India, consider the following statements: [UPSC Prelims 2016]

With reference to the cultural history of medieval India, consider the following statements:

1. Siddhas (sittars) of Tamil region were monotheistic and condemned idolatry.
2. Lingayats of Kannada region questioned the theory of rebirth and rejected the caste hierarchy.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Ans. C
Explanation:
Siddas condemned idolatory and lingayats followed the teachings of basavanna questioning rebirth theory
Why the question Came:
Again surprising importance given to Medieval indian cultural and social scene. Also link to caste structure in this question
Sources:
NCERT and Palaksha (History of Karnataka)

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