Which of the following statement is NOT true about the followers of Basavanna
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A
Basavanna's followers were known as Virashaivas or Lingayats.
B
They practice funerary rites such as cremation.
C
They Shiva in worship his manifestation as a linga.
D
They ceremonially bury their dead.
Correct Answer
They practice funerary rites such as cremation.
Detailed Explanation
The reason why option (2) is not true about the followers of Basavanna is because they traditionally practice burial rather than cremation. Cremation is not a part of their religious customs. Followers of Basavanna, known as Virashaivas or Lingayats, have distinct religious practices and beliefs, and one of these practices is the burial of their dead, which differentiates them from some other religious traditions in India where cremation is more common.
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