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‘Ashtadiggajas’ were patronised by

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Deva Raya I
  2. Deva Raya II
  3. Vira Narasimha
  4. Krishna Deva Raya

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Krishna Deva Raya

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: D) Krishna Deva Raya 📚 Explanation: The Ashtadiggajas (Eight Elephants) were a group of eight famous Telugu poets who graced the court of Krishnadevaraya, the greatest ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire. The group included the famous poet Tenali Rama. Their presence marked a golden age for Telugu literature and culture in Southern India.