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Which battle led to the downfall of Vijayanagara Empire?

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

Answer options

  1. Battle of Takkolam
  2. Battle of Kanwah
  3. Battle of Talikota
  4. Battle of Panipat

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Battle of Talikota

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C. Battle of Talikota šŸ“š Explanation: The Battle of Talikota (1565) was fought between the Vijayanagara Empire and an alliance of the Deccan Sultanates. The empire suffered a crushing defeat, and the capital city of Vijayanagara was destroyed. This battle marked the end of the dominance of the last great Hindu empire in South India. The empire eventually broke into smaller local principalities.