Basavanna opposed the caste system and sought to abolish it. He was a huge Bhakt of Lord Shiva. But later, his so called followers completely forgot what he preached and started a new Caste called lingayat in his name. Sadly enough, a majority of them were brahmins to begin with. This resulted in Basavanna's teahcing being tossed away and Manu's teachings being substituted shamelessly for the Great Man's contributions.
