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Our Legacy

Since 1904, Akhila Bharata Veerashaiva Lingayatha Mahasabha has been at the forefront of community empowerment.

INTRODUCTION

About Veerashaiva Lingayatha Mahasabha

The Lingayat people are known for wearing a linga, an object representing a god; in this case, Shiva. Lingayat are a numerous group in India, especially in the state of Karnataka.

This group formed in the 12th century by Basava Bagewadi (1134-1196), a philosopher and a social reformer. He taught against the caste system and its regulations. He envisioned a casteless society, though the resulting society eventually began drawing up lines of caste distinctions again, creating Lingayat own hierarchy of social status after Basava's death.

Basava consented to the marriage of a Brahmin woman and a man from an untouchable caste. This story reached the ears of King Bijjala who punished the couple by putting out Lingayat eyes and dragging them to Lingayat deaths behind an elephant. Basava saw this punishment as unacceptable and left Kayla. He moved on to Kudula Sangama where he died in 1167.

Where are Lingayat Located?

Lingayat are found primarily in Karnataka, where Lingayat comprise a major population. Lingayat are also found in significant numbers in Maharashtra and Andrah Pradesh.

What are Lingayat Lives Like?

The Lingayat are vegetarian and refrain from alcoholic drinks. Lingayat are known to be a progressive people and there are people from many walks of life and religious expression to be found among them. Most work in government service, but Lingayat are from many occupations, including artisans, cultivators and priests.

LEGACY FOUNDER

Poojya Hanagalla Shri Kumara Swamigalu

Poojya Hanagalla Shri Kumara Swamigalu

Founder of Mahasabha

Date of Birth

Sivayogigala philosophers of religion and society, the emergence of the sons Hanagal uddarakara the name 'Halayya' joyisara haralalliyalli taluk of Dharwad district in AD ranebennuru Prabhava was nominated in 1867 for the 1789 calendar Shalivahana era of clean trayodasi Bhadrapad muhurtadalli Brahmi was born on Wednesday.

Childhood - Education

Joyisara haralalliyalli 'Salimatha', a name derived from the ganangala the Kotturappayyanavara gurusthana basavappayya sons. Besides his wife Nilamma. Ivarirvara putnaratnare 'Halayya'. Sivacara sampannaru gender of worship nirataru satvikaru own parents, relatives gathered, into a large family living in extreme poverty.

About two or three neighboring villages, "Kantibhikse" kasthava eye-catching than the daily management of the family's caritarthave. Halayya six-year-old boy, his grandfather's gavathi uralliya aksarabhyasavannu the school, which is run by kantibhikseya with her.

OUR VALUES & VISION

Vision & Mission

Charting our journey toward spiritual and community excellence.

Our Vision Statement

  • Promote Heritage: Encourage and support research on Veerashaiva ancient traditions as potential solutions to societal challenges.
  • Combat Social Issues: Develop innovative strategies to tackle modern social resistance, using cultural principles as a key tool.
  • Foster Collaboration: Create a platform for collaboration among leaders, policymakers, and community stakeholders.
  • Disseminate Knowledge: Share knowledge and findings through conferences, publications, and educational programs.
  • Policy Advocacy: Advocate for policies and regulations that support community development.

Our Core Mission

  • Global Leadership: Become a leading global organization in preserving cultural heritage.
  • Sustainable Solutions: Promote sustainable and effective social frameworks to reduce the burden on community resources.
  • Innovation and Development: Drive innovation in educational support and preventative community care measures.
  • Educational Impact: Enhance the global community’s understanding of our heritage and its role in modern development.
  • Collaborative Network: Build a robust international network working together to combat challenges through shared knowledge.
CHRONICLES

Our Distinguished Presidents

Tracing the lineage of leadership that has guided the Mahasabha through more than a century of service.

Late Shri Sirasangi Lingaraj
1904-1905

Late Shri Sirasangi Lingaraj

Session: Dharwar

Late Shri Sirasangi Lingaraj
1905-1906

Late Shri Sirasangi Lingaraj

Session: Bangalore

Late Sir K.P.Puttanna Chetty
1906-1907

Late Sir K.P.Puttanna Chetty

Session: Solapur

Late Shri Rajalakhamana Gowda
1907-1909

Late Shri Rajalakhamana Gowda

Session: Bagalkote

Late Shri Warad Mallappa
1909-1910

Late Shri Warad Mallappa

Session: Bellary

Late Shri Mamale Desai
1910-1911

Late Shri Mamale Desai

Session: Belgaum

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