Which one of the following sequences indicates the correct chronological order?
✓ Correct answer: a) Shankaracharya–Ramanuja–Chaitanya
ExplanationShankaracharya (8th century AD) established Advaita Vedanta, emphasizing the non-duality of Brahman.He also established 4 mathas at Jyotirmath,Dwarka,Puri and Sringeri.Ramanuja (11th–12th century AD) later founded Vishishtadvaita Vedanta (qualified non dualism), advo- cating devotion to a personal god.He played a pivotal role in the Bhakti movement, promoting inclusive spirituality and reforming temple rituals.Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (15th–16th century AD) was a key figure in the Bhakti movement in Bengal, popularizing devotional worship of Lord Krishna.Their sequence reflects the historical progression of these philosophical and devotional traditions.59
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