Arrange the following dynasties of Vijaynagara in chronological order, beginning with the earliest to the most recent.

(A) Aravidu
(B) Saluvas
(C) Sangama
(D) Tuluvas

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(C), (B), (D), (A)

The correct answer is Option (2) → (C), (B), (D), (A)

The Vijayanagara Empire (1336–1646 CE) was ruled by four distinct dynasties. Their chronological order is as follows:

(C). Sangama Dynasty (1336–1485 CE)

Founded by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I, they established the empire and the city of Vijayanagara. This was the earliest and longest-ruling dynasty.

(B). Saluva Dynasty (1485–1505 CE)

Founded by Saluva Narasimha Deva Raya after he overthrew the last Sangama ruler. It was a short-lived dynasty but crucial for stabilizing the empire during a period of internal decline.

(D). Tuluva Dynasty (1505–1570 CE)

Founded by Tuluva Narasa Nayaka. This is the most famous dynasty of the empire, as it includes the reign of Krishnadevaraya, often considered the greatest ruler of South India.

(A). Aravidu Dynasty (1570–1646 CE)

The final dynasty, established after the catastrophic defeat at the Battle of Talikota (1565). The capital was moved to Penukonda and later Chandragiri.