WBCS.LIVE practice question

Hampi, the ancient capital of Vijayanagara is located in:

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

Answer options

  1. Kerala
  2. Tamil Nadu
  3. Karnataka
  4. Telengana

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Karnataka

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Karnataka. Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, founded in 1336 CE by Harihara and Bukka. It is located on the banks of the Tungabhadra River in the present-day Bellary district of Karnataka. Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its monumental temples, palaces, market streets, and Dravidian architecture.