Consider the following statement (s) is/are related to the Bhakti Movement:begin{enumerate}[I.]item Originated as a reaction against caste division, untouchability and ritualism in India.item Devotion was the pivotal point in the Bhakti cult in uniting human soul with God.end{enumerate}Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

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Consider the following statement (s) is/are related to the Bhakti Movement:

A	given above is/are correct?
B	I only
C	II only
D	Both I and II
E	Neither I nor II

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Bhakti movement in Hinduism refers to ideas and engagement that emerged in the medieval era on love and devotion to religious concepts built around one or more gods and goddesses. Bhakti movement preached against the caste system using the local languages so that the message reached the masses.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Bhakti Movement formed in South India was based on deep love and devotion towards God. The movement grew as people rejected empty rituals and advocated in person the devotion to gods.

Detailed explanation-3: -Bhakti Movement started from South India, by Alvaras and Nayanars. Alvaras are the devotees of Lord Vishnu and Nayanars are devotees of Lord Shiva. These devotees travelled to various places singing hymns in praise of their Gods. Many temples were built that became sacred places of pilgrimage.

Detailed explanation-4: -Thus, we can say that Bhakti Movement was not inspired by South Indian Vaishnava Acharyas.

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