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Who was the author of 'Amuktamalyada', a celebrated Telugu work on statecraft?

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

Answer options

  1. Tenali Rama
  2. Sayana
  3. Krishnadeva Raya
  4. Harihara I

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Krishnadeva Raya

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Krishnadeva Raya šŸ“š Explanation: Krishnadeva Raya, the most illustrious ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire, was a great scholar and patron of literature. He wrote 'Amuktamalyada' in Telugu, which describes the life of the Alwar saint Andal and provides advice on effective governance. His court was graced by the 'Ashtadiggajas', a group of eight legendary poets.