CLASS-XII QUIZ 1 : HISTORY LESSON : 7 VIJAYNAGAR -THE IMPERIAL CITY

VIJAYNAGAR -THE IMPERIAL CITY QUIZ

1. Who founded the Vijayanagara Empire in 1336?

A) Krishnadeva Raya B) Harihara and Bukka C) Rama Raya D) Saluva Narasimha

2. What was the capital city of the Vijayanagara Empire called in local traditions?

A) Mysore B) Hampi C) Belur D) Kanchipuram

3. Who was the most famous ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire?

A) Bukka Raya B) Harihara C) Krishnadeva Raya D) Rama Raya

4. What type of architectural feature is the "Raya Gopuram"?

A) Temple B) Fortification wall C) Gateway D) Palace

5. What was the system of military governance under the Vijayanagara Empire called?

A) Iqta B) Amara-Nayaka C) Mansabdari D) Jagirdari

6. What was the main reason for the prosperity of Vijayanagara markets?

A) Agriculture B) Overseas trade C) Temple offerings D) Military conquests

7. Which river formed a natural basin for the city of Vijayanagara?

A) Kaveri B) Tungabhadra C) Krishna D) Godavari

8. The battle of Talikota (1565) led to the decline of which empire?

A) Chola Empire B) Vijayanagara Empire C) Mughal Empire D) Bahmani Sultanate

9. Who was the chief minister of Vijayanagara during the battle of Talikota?

A) Krishnadeva Raya B) Rama Raya C) Saluva Narasimha D) Bukka Raya

10. What does the term "Amara" in Amara-Nayaka mean?

A) Eternal B) Battle C) Commander D) Loyalty