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Question 48

Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a large dam across Tungabhadra River and a canal-cum-aqueduct several kilometres long from the river to the capital city?

AOptions

A) Devaraya I

B) Mallikarjuna

C) Vira Vijaya

D) Virupaksha

BSolution

Devaraya I (reigned 1406-1422 AD) of the Sangama dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire is renowned for his significant contributions to irrigation and water management infrastructure. He undertook major hydraulic projects to ensure water supply for agriculture and for the capital city of Vijayanagara. One of his notable achievements was the construction of a large dam across the Tungabhadra River, along with a canal-cum-aqueduct system several kilometers long, to bring water to the imperial city, addressing its growing water needs.

CStrategy

For questions on specific rulers and their achievements, especially in areas like public works, architecture, or administration, direct factual recall is key. Associate prominent works with the rulers who commissioned them.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question falls under Medieval Indian History, specifically the Vijayanagara Empire and the contributions of its rulers to public infrastructure.

EQuestion Analysis

Medium. Requires specific factual knowledge about the Vijayanagara Empire and its rulers.