The famous temple town of Hampi, the historic heart of the Vijayanagara Empire, is situated on the banks of which southern river? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The famous temple town of Hampi, the historic heart of the Vijayanagara Empire, is situated on the banks of which southern river?
A. Kaveri River
B. Krishna River
C. Tunghabhadra River
D. Gadavari River
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The ruins of Hampi stand along the banks of the Tungabhadra River in Karnataka, a natural barrier that protected the northern flank of the Vijayanagara capital.

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