Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

Consider the following statements about the urban core of Vijayanagara city. Mark the correct statements.

A. There is little evidence of houses of ordinary people.
B. Fine Chinese porcelain have been found in some areas.
C. Tombs, Mosques and Muslim residential quarters have been found.
D. Field excavations do not indicate prevalence of local cults.
E. Wells and tanks were absent.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

A, B, C only

B, C, D only

C, D, E only

A, C, D only

Correct Answer:

A, B, C only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → A, B, C only

A. There is little evidence of houses of ordinary people.

There is evidence of houses of ordinary people in the urban core of Vijayanagara city. The archaeological excavations have revealed various structures, including houses, suggesting the presence of both commoners and elites.

B. Fine Chinese porcelain has been found in some areas.

Archaeological excavations at Vijayanagara have uncovered artifacts, including fine Chinese porcelain, indicating trade connections and the presence of luxury items.

C. Tombs, Mosques, and Muslim residential quarters have been found.

The urban core of Vijayanagara city contains evidence of tombs, mosques, and Muslim residential quarters, reflecting the diverse cultural and religious influences on the city during its history.

So, the correct option is [1].