Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

In 1565, who led the Vijayanagara army into battle at 'Rakshasi-Tangadi'?

Options:

Rama Raya

Krishnadeva Raya

Deva Raya

Harihara II

Correct Answer:

Rama Raya

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Rama Raya

In 1565 Rama Raya, the chief minister of Vijayanagara, led the army into battle at Rakshasi-Tangadi (also known as Talikota), where his forces were routed by the combined armies of Bijapur, Ahmadnagar and Golconda. The victorious armies sacked the city of Vijayanagara. The city was totally abandoned within a few years