Question

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

Column I (Dynasties of Vijayanagara)	Column II (Contributions)
a. Sangama	i. Strengthened military
b. Saluva	ii. Belonged to Krishnadeva Raya
c. Tuluva	iii. Constructed Hiriya canal
d. Aravidu	iv. Last dynasty of Vijayanagara empire

• A. a-iii, b-i, c-ii, d-iv
  (B) a-ii, b-iii, c-i, d-iv
  (C) a-iv, b-iii, c-ii, d-i
  (D) a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv
• B. a-ii, b-iii, c-i, d-iv
• C. a-iv, b-iii, c-ii, d-i
• D. a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv

Hint:

When studying the history of the Vijayanagara empire, it’s important to recognize the distinct contributions of each dynasty that helped shape its military, administrative, and cultural legacy.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The Vijayanagara empire's dynasties and their contributions are as follows:
1. Sangama:
As the inaugural dynasty of the Vijayanagara empire, the Sangama dynasty established its foundation and expanded its territories. This dynasty is specifically linked to the construction of the Hiriya canal. Therefore, Sangama corresponds to iii. Constructed Hiriya canal.
2. Saluva:
The Saluva dynasty significantly bolstered the empire's military strength, reinforcing the Vijayanagara empire during critical periods. Consequently, Saluva aligns with i. Strengthened military.
3. Tuluva:
The Tuluva dynasty was the most prominent among the Vijayanagara dynasties. Krishnadeva Raya, its most renowned ruler, made substantial contributions to the empire. Thus, Tuluva is associated with ii. Belonged to Krishnadeva Raya.
4. Aravidu:
The Aravidu dynasty represented the final ruling dynasty of the Vijayanagara empire, preceding its eventual decline. Therefore, Aravidu is matched with iv. Last dynasty of Vijayanagara empire.
Summary of Matches:
The correct pairings are: - Sangama with the construction of the Hiriya canal - Saluva with the strengthening of the military - Tuluva with Krishnadeva Raya - Aravidu with being the last dynasty of the Vijayanagara empire