Which famous battle in 1565 completely broke the power of the Vijayanagara Empire, leading to the sacking of the capital city of Hampi? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which famous battle in 1565 completely broke the power of the Vijayanagara Empire, leading to the sacking of the capital city of Hampi?

A. Battle of Chandagiri

B. Battle of Talikota

C. Battle of Raichur

D. Battle of Diu

Answer: Option B

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The Battle of Talikota (also called Rakkasa Tangadi) saw the combined forces of the Deccan Sultanates defeat the Vijayanagara army under Aliya Rama Raya, leading to the empire's collapse.

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The famous city of Bidar, which became the later capital of the Bahmani kingdom and the seat of the Barid Shahi dynasty, was fortified by:

A. Firoz Shah Bahmani

B. Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah

C. Ahmad Shah I Wali

D. Mahmud Gawan

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Sultan Ahmad Shah I Wali shifted the Bahmani capital from Gulbarga to Bidar in 1432 CE, building a new palace complex and heavy defensive fortifications.

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