WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which one of the following dynasties ruled under the suzerainty of Kingdom of Vijayanagar?

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

Answer options

  1. Sangamas, Saluvas, Tuluvas and Aravidus
  2. Sangamas, Hoysalas, Aravidus and Tuluvas
  3. Hoysalas, Saluvas, Poligars and Sangamas
  4. Yadavas of Devagiri, Hoysalas, Saluvas and Aravidus

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Sangamas, Saluvas, Tuluvas and Aravidus

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Sangamas, Saluvas, Tuluvas and Aravidus. These four dynasties ruled the Vijayanagar Empire in succession, not under its suzerainty, but as its direct ruling houses. The empire was founded in 1336 CE by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I, who belonged to the Sangama dynasty, marking the beginning of Vijayanagar’s powerful rule in South India. After the Sangamas, the throne was taken over by the Saluva dynasty, followed by the Tuluva dynasty, under which the empire reached its peak during the reign of Krishnadeva Raya. Finally, the Aravidu dynasty came into power after the Battle of Talikota in 1565 CE and continued to rule for some time, although with declining strength.