Vijayanagara: The Capital and Its Environs
Vijayanagara: The Capital and Its Environs: Overview
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Important Questions on Vijayanagara: The Capital and Its Environs
What is the primary architectural style seen in the ruins of Vijayanagara?

Which dynasty ruled Vijayanagara during its golden age?

In which modern-day state is the historical site of Vijayanagara located?

Who was the founder of the Vijayanagara Empire?

Which river is Vijayanagara located near?

What do the accounts of foreign travelers reveal about the society and economy of Vijayanagara?

Describe the cultural significance of the Mahanavami Dibba and its associated rituals.

Explain the strategic importance of fortifications and water management systems in Vijayanagara.

Discuss the role of trade in the prosperity of the Vijayanagara Empire, including the involvement of foreign traders.

What were the key architectural features of the royal and sacred centres in Vijayanagara?

Describe the significance of the amara-nayaka system in the administration of the Vijayanagara Empire.

How did the Vijayanagara Empire integrate different cultural and architectural traditions within its territory?

Compare the political strategies of the Vijayanagara rulers with their contemporaries in the Deccan Sultanates.

Discuss the role of Colin Mackenzie in the discovery and documentation of Hampi.

Explain the historical significance of the Vijayanagara Empire and its impact on South Indian culture.

Abdur Razzaq, was greatly impressed by the unique features of Vijayanaga's fortification
Choose the features of Vijayanagara's fort:
(A) Eight lines of forts were constructed
(B) No mortar was used in construction
(C) The stone blocks were wedge shaped
(D) Circular bastions and pyramids were there in forts
(E) The fortification did not enclose agricultural tracts
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Match List-I with List-II :
List I | List II | ||
A | Alexander Greenlaw | I | Documenting the inscriptions on the temple walls |
B | John Marshall | II | Visits Vijayanagara in 1800 |
C | J.F. Fleet | III | Conservation works of Vijyayanagara began under him |
D | Colin Mackenzie | IV | Detailed photography at Hampi |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
