UPSC Prelims · General Studies

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History of India: ancient and medieval / Vijayanagara, Bahmani and the Deccan sultanates

Vijayanagara: foundation, dynasties and rulers

Harihara and Bukka (1336), Vidyaranya, rule as agents of the deity Virupaksha; Sangama dynasty
Deva Raya I's dam across the Tungabhadra and aqueduct to the city; Deva Raya II (Gajabetekara) recruits Muslim archers
Krishnadeva Raya (Tuluva): Raichur (1520), Amuktamalyada, Ashtadiggajas, permission for a Portuguese fort at Bhatkal, Paes' visit
Rakshasa-Tangadi (Talikota, 1565), sack of Hampi, Aravidus at Penukonda and Chandragiri
Four dynasties: Sangama, Saluva (Narasimha), Tuluva, Aravidu