PM Modi Pays Tribute To Jagadguru Basaveshwara On Basava Jayanti

Explore the life, teachings, and social reforms of Jagadguru Basaveshwara, a 12th-century philosopher and founder of the Lingayat movement.

Sakshi Gupta Last updated on May 3rd, 2025 11:38 am Leave a comment

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Jagadguru Basaveshwara on Basava Jayanti.

About Jagadguru Basaveshwara

Jagadguru Basaveshwara was born in 1131 AD in Bagevadi, Karnataka, into a Brahmin family.
He was a 12th-century Kannada social reformer, poet and philosopher.
He founded the Lingayat or Veerashaiva movement.
Vachana Literature: He composed over 600 “Vachanas” – short, powerful poetic verses in Kannada.

Anubhava Mantapa

He also established Anubhava Mantapa:

It was a democratic spiritual parliament in Kalyana.
It included saints from all castes, including women.

Social Contribution

He strongly opposed Caste discrimination, Gender inequality, & Untouchability.
He supported women’s participation in spiritual life
Key Beliefs: Kayak (work as worship), Dasoha (equal distribution of wealth).

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