Annamacharya composed Sankirtans in praise of which God?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Lord Venkateshwara.
- Annamacharya (1408–1503) was a renowned saint-poet and composer from the Vijayanagara Empire.
- He is considered the first known composer of Sankirtans (devotional songs) in Telugu.
- His compositions, known as Annamacharya Sankirtanas, were dedicated primarily to Lord Venkateshwara of Tirumala. He wrote over 32,000 devotional songs, praising the glory of Lord Venkateshwara, the presiding deity of the Tirumala temple.
Why Not the Other Options?
- Lord Rama: While Annamacharya was a devotee of Vishnu, his compositions mainly focused on Lord Venkateshwara rather than Lord Rama.
- Lord Krishna: Although Krishna is an incarnation of Vishnu, Annamacharya’s Sankirtans were centered on Lord Venkateshwara.
- Lord Shiva: Annamacharya was a Vaishnavite, and his devotion was towards Vishnu and his incarnations, not Lord Shiva.
Thus, the correct answer is Lord Venkateshwara.