Which battle led to the destruction of the Vijayanagara empire?

Battle of Talikota 

The correct answer is Option 3- Battle of Talikota

- The battle that led to the destruction of the Vijayanagara Empire was the Battle of Talikota, also known as the Battle of Rakshasa-Tangadi.

- This pivotal battle took place on January 26, 1565, near the village of Talikota (now in Karnataka, India).

- The Vijayanagara Empire was a powerful and prosperous Hindu kingdom that ruled over a significant part of Southern India for several centuries.

- However, by the 16th century, the Deccan Sultanates, which were Islamic kingdoms, started to rise in power and began to challenge the Vijayanagara Empire's dominance in the region.