The famous battle of Talikota (1565), which led to the decisive downfall of the Vijayanagara Empire, was fought against the joint forces of which confederacy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The famous battle of Talikota (1565), which led to the decisive downfall of the Vijayanagara Empire, was fought against the joint forces of which confederacy?
A. Deccan Sultanates
B. The Gajapatis
C. The Mughals
D. The Zamorins
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Battle of Talikota (also known as Rakshasi-Tangadi) was fought between the Vijayanagara Empire (under Rama Raya) and the combined alliance of the Deccan Sultanates (Bijapur, Ahmadnagar, Golconda, and Bidar).

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