Question

Match the following Column I with Column II and choose the correct option.

Column I (Dynasties of Vijayanagara)	Column II (Contributions)
a. Sangama	i. Strengthened military
b. Saluva	ii. Belonged to Krishnadeva Raya
c. Tuluva	iii. Constructed Hiriya canal
d. Aravidu	iv. Last dynasty of Vijayanagara empire

• A. a-iii, b-i, c-ii, d-iv
  (B) a-ii, b-iii, c-i, d-iv
  (C) a-iv, b-iii, c-ii, d-i
  (D) a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv
• B. a-ii, b-iii, c-i, d-iv
• C. a-iv, b-iii, c-ii, d-i
• D. a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv

Hint:

When studying the history of the Vijayanagara empire, it’s important to recognize the distinct contributions of each dynasty that helped shape its military, administrative, and cultural legacy.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Let's match the dynasties with their respective contributions:
1. Sangama:
The Sangama dynasty, the first dynasty of the Vijayanagara empire, is known for laying the foundation of the empire and contributing to the expansion of its territories. It is best associated with the construction of the Hiriya canal. Therefore, Sangama is correctly matched with iii. Constructed Hiriya canal.
2. Saluva:
The Saluva dynasty played a significant role in strengthening the military of the empire. It helped to fortify the Vijayanagara empire during critical times. Thus, Saluva is correctly matched with i. Strengthened military.
3. Tuluva:
The Tuluva dynasty was the most famous among the Vijayanagara dynasties. Krishnadeva Raya, the most celebrated ruler of this dynasty, is known for his significant contributions to the empire. Thus, Tuluva is matched with ii. Belonged to Krishnadeva Raya.
4. Aravidu:
The Aravidu dynasty was the last dynasty of the Vijayanagara empire. It marked the final phase of the empire before its decline. Therefore, Aravidu is matched with iv. Last dynasty of Vijayanagara empire.
Conclusion:
The correct matching is (A), where: - Sangama with the construction of Hiriya canal - Saluva with strengthening the military - Tuluva with Krishnadeva Raya - Aravidu with the last dynasty of the Vijayanagara empire