Point out one similarity and one dissimilarity between Lingayats and Nayanars.
Similarity between lingayats and Nayanars –
i. Both opposed the caste system
ii. Both worshipped lord Shiva
Dissimilarity –
i. Nayanars were not confined to any particular region while the lingayats were popular in Karnataka
ii. Nayanars worshipped Shiva in both an idol and linga form whereas Lingayats worshipped only the linga form