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 Talikota

B. Battle of Diu

C. Battle of Chandagiri

D. Battle of Raichur

Answer: Option A

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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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Which bold ruler built the massive victory gateway called 'Buland Darwaza' at Fatehpur Sikri to mark his historic military conquest of Gujarat?

A. Humayun

B. Akbar

C. Shah Jahan

D. Babur

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Akbar ordered the construction of the grand 54-meter-tall Buland Darwaza in 1601 to celebrate his successful subjection of the wealthy province of Gujarat.

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