List of top History Questions on An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara asked in CBSE CLASS XII

Analyse why was Amaranayaka system considered as a major political innovation of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Which of the following temple’s priest provided memories that were crucial for the initial survey of Hampi?
‘‘Mahanavami Dibba of the Vijayanagara empire was known for its architecture.’’ Explain the statement with examples.
“The Virupaksha Temple of the Vijayanagara empire was known for its unique architecture.” Explain the statement with examples.
‘‘The Vitthala temple of Vijayanagara was known for its unique architecture.’’ Explain the statement with examples.
Which of the following is the most important contribution of Krishnadeva Raya?
Which of the following is the correct statement regarding the Vijayanagara Empire?
Kabir emphasized 'Nirguna Bhakti'. What does this concept imply about Kabir’s spiritual beliefs?
Imagine exploring the roles of the Rayas and the Nayakas in the Vijayanagara Empire. How did their administrative roles influence the empire’s stability? Explain.
Imagine yourself as a historian reconstructing the events that took place on the Mahanavami Dibba. How would the architecture of the platform help you to understand the royal ceremonies? Explain.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate option from the following: While historians use the term Vijayanagara Empire, contemporaries described it as the "Karnataka ______".
Which one of the following is a famous literary work authored by Raja Krishnadeva Raya?
Imagine studying Vijayanagara’s trade records. What information do they reveal about the goods traded and the empire’s economic connections? Explain.

Match the following Column I with Column II and choose the correct option.

Column I (Dynasties of Vijayanagara)Column II (Contributions)
a. Sangamai. Strengthened military
b. Saluvaii. Belonged to Krishnadeva Raya
c. Tuluvaiii. Constructed Hiriya canal
d. Araviduiv. Last dynasty of Vijayanagara empire
Examine the role of Panchayat in advocating for the rights of common people during the Mughal era.
(33.3) Explain any two tenets of Karma according to Buddha.
Why is the Harappan script called an enigmatic script? Explain.

The most striking feature about the location of Vijayanagara was the natural basin formed by river ……. which flows in a north-easterly direction.