Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

In which year was the Vijayanagara Empire established in India?

Options:

1336

1347

1350

1509

Correct Answer:

1336

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1 - 1336

The Vijayanagara Empire was established in India in the year 1336.

Harihara and Bukka, founded the Vijayanagara Empire in 1336. The first dynasty, known as the Sangama dynasty, exercised control till 1485. They were supplanted by the Saluvas, military commanders, who remained in power till 1503 when they were replaced by the Tuluvas. Krishnadeva Raya belonged to the Tuluva dynasty. After the death of Krishna Dev Raya, the power shifted to another ruling lineage, that of the Aravidu, which remained in power till the end of the seventeenth century.