Question

Which movement did Basawanna lead? In which dynasty was he related?

Hint:

Basavanna founded the Lingayat sect under the Kalachuri king Bijjala.

Answer 1

Step 1: Name the movement he founded:
Basavanna founded/led the Lingayat or Virashaiva bhakti movement, centred on devotion to Shiva and social equality.

Step 2: Name the dynasty:
He held ministerial office under King Bijjala of the Kalachuri dynasty before their relationship soured over his reforms.

Final Answer:
\[ \boxed{\text{Lingayat movement; Kalachuri dynasty}} \]