Answer Writing Practice
Paper I: 14. Early Medieval India, 750-1200:

Question 3:
Throw light on the Bhakti of Alvar and Nayanar saints while underlining the significance of Bhakti movement in the history of South India. (250 words, 15 marks)

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Answer Writing Practice
Paper I: 14. Early Medieval India, 750-1200

Pointers for Answer 3
Part I
Introduce 12 Alwar, 63 Nayanar saints
Fused element of love and devotion reflected in sangam with bhakti based on Puranas in north India

Part II - Significance
🔺Organized popular movement - not only religious equality but also social equality
🔺Tamil language and literature
🔺Temples
🔺Revitalized North
🔺Strengthening Brahmanism (Vaishnava Acharya)
🔺Strengthening monarchy (eg Cholas)

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