With reference to Ancient India who introduced the Pattini cult in Tamilnadu ........

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With reference to Ancient India, who introduced the Pattini cult in Tamilnadu?

Cheran Senguttuvan

Rajaraja II

Pulakesin I

Narasinghvarmana

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Explanation:

He belonged to 2nd century A.D.Senguttuvan introduced the Pattini cult or the worship of Kannagi as the ideal wife in Tamil Nadu.The stone for making the idol of Kannagi was brought by him after his Himalayan expedition.The consecration ceremony was attended by many princes including Gajabhagu II from Sri Lanka.
Learning: His younger brother was Elango Adigal, the author of Silappathigaram.Among his military achievements, his expedition to the Himalayas was remarkable. He defeated many north Indian monarchs.