2024 · Q28
Which of the following statements about Virashaivism is/are correct?
- 1The Virashaivism traces its origin to the five great religious teachers - Renuka, Daruka, Ghantakarna, Dhenukarna and Vishvakarna.
- 2The Virashaiva philosophy is called Shaktivishishtadvaita, the non-duality of God.
- 3Ashtavarana are the eight rules of the Virashaivism to be observed by the followers.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
General KnowledgeHistory of India
- A1 and 2 only
- B1, 2 and 3
- C1 and 3 only
- D3 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect: the traditional Panchacharyas (founders) of Virashaivism are Renukacharya, Darukacharya, Ekorama, Panditaradhya and Vishwaradhya - not the names listed in the question. Statement 2 is incorrect as framed: the standard key does not accept this designation of the philosophy. Statement 3 is correct: the Ashtavarana are the eight observances - guru, linga, jangama, padodaka, prasada, vibhuti (bhasma), rudraksha and mantra. Hence only statement 3 is correct. Cross-checked against testbook.com's CDS 21 April 2024 official paper solutions.