Basava

Basava (1134–1196) was a poet, philosopher and statesperson.

Also recorded as Basavanna; Basaveswara; Bhaktibhandari.

Overview

Born at Basavan Bagewadi in 1134, died at Kudalasangama in 1196.

In detail

Residence is recorded at Karnataka.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Basava”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q771686: Basava

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