The Bhakti movement in South India was pioneered by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Bhakti movement in South India was pioneered by:

A. Tulsidas

B. Kabir and Nanak

C. Mirabai

D. Alvars and Nayanars

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Alvars (Vaishnava) and Nayanars (Shaiva) laid the foundation of Bhakti.

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