Describe the features of the Bhakti Movement led by the Alvars and Nayanars in medieval India.

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Match Column I with Column II and choose the correct option:
\[ \begin{array}{|c|c|} \hline \textbf{Column I (Temple)} & \textbf{Column II (Location)} \\ \hline \text{1. Hazara Rama Temple} & \text{(i) Tamil Nadu} \\ \text{2. Chidambaram Temple} & \text{(ii) Vijayanagara} \\ \text{3. Brihadishvara Temple} & \text{(iii) Belur} \\ \text{4. Chennakeshava Temple} & \text{(iv) Thanjavur} \\ \hline \end{array} \]

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Flourishing in medieval India, the Bhakti Movement prioritized personal devotion to God over ritualistic practices. Key early proponents included the Alvars (Vishnu devotees) and Nayanars (Shiva devotees), who composed devotional hymns and disregarded caste barriers. The movement advocated for universal divine accessibility, irrespective of social standing, significantly influencing religious practices in South India.

Describe the features of the Bhakti Movement led by the Alvars and Nayanars in medieval India.

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