What was Hampi known for?
(A) It was the capital of Golconda
(B) It had the largest stable in medieval India
(C) It had the translation of the Indian epics to Persian
(D) It was the capital of Vijay anagara
Correct Answer : It was the capital of Vijay anagara
Question Asked : SSC Multi-Tasking Staff Exam 2017
Explanation : Hampi in Karnataka served as the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. It served as the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire from 1343 to 1565, when it was besieged by the Deccan Muslim confederacy. Hampi was chosen because of its strategic location, bounded by the Tungabhadra River on one side and surrounded by defensible hills on the other three sides.
....Read more
Useful Quotations for : UPSC, State PSC, IBPS, SSC, Railway, NDA, Police Exams
Like The Facebook Page
CurrentGK for
Current Affairs, Latest GK &
Employment News
Tags : Ancient History Ancient History of India Ancient History Questions Ancient History Quiz
