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The class of Amar Nayakas in Vijayanagara is a reference to which of the following?

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

Answer options

  1. Village Chieftains
  2. Senior Civil Servants
  3. Tributary Chiefs
  4. Military Commanders

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Military Commanders

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Military Commanders šŸ“š Explanation: In the administrative framework of the Vijayanagara Empire, the Amara-Nayakas were powerful military commanders who were granted territories called Amaram by the King (Raya). In return for these lands, they were responsible for collecting taxes and maintaining a fixed contingent of troops for the royal army. They also provided annual financial gifts to the king as a sign of loyalty. This system was a key structural feature that sustained the military dominance of the empire in southern India.