Age of Vijayanagaram and Bahmani Kingdoms
PART-A Unit-III: History, Culture of India, and Indian National Movement
Previous Year Questions (PYQ) for this topic
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Vijayanagara and Bahmani Kingdoms – PYQ Points
1. Vijayanagara Empire
• Founders: Harihara I and Bukka (1336).
• Dynastic Order: Sangama → Saluva → Tuluva → Aravidu.
• Capital: Hampi (on the banks of the Tungabhadra River).
• Dynastic Order: Sangama → Saluva → Tuluva → Aravidu.
• Capital: Hampi (on the banks of the Tungabhadra River).
Important Rulers and Events
- Krishnadevaraya: Belonged to the Tuluva dynasty. Called "Andhra Bhoja." Portuguese governor Albuquerque was his contemporary. He was the ruler when the Portuguese captured Goa.
- Coronation of Prince: Called Yuvaraja Pattabhishekam.
- Last King: The last ruler of the Sangama dynasty was Virupaksha II.
- End: The Battle of Talikota (1565) led to the decline of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Administrative Posts and Military (Kandachara)
| Position | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Mahabaladhikrita | Commander-in-Chief |
| Mahasvapati | Commander of Cavalry |
| Mahapilupati | Commander of Elephants |
| Mahadandanayaka | Chief Justice |
| Kavalkar | Police Officer |
| Senadeyova | Village Accountant |
Economy and Taxation
- Coins: The gold coin was called Pagoda. Copper coins were called Jital.
- Industrial Tax: Taxes like loom tax and oil-press tax were
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