Q1
When was the Vijayanagar Empire founded?
A1336 CE
B1347 CE
C1206 CE
D1526 CE
ICSEClass 7 (ICSE)History and CivicsCh 6 · Topic 1
The Vijayanagar and Bahmani Kingdoms
The Vijayanagar Empire and the Bahmani Kingdom were powerful South Indian states that developed alongside the Delhi Sultanate, often in conf
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The Vijayanagar Empire, founded in 1336 CE, became a major Hindu kingdom in South India, known for its wealth, temples, and support of arts and literature.
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The Bahmani Kingdom, founded in 1347 CE, was a Muslim sultanate in the Deccan region, often rival to Vijayanagar for territory and resources.
Why it matters
Both kingdoms had significant military and cultural achievements, with Vijayanagar particularly known for its capital city, Hampi.
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The rivalry between these kingdoms eventually weakened both, though their contributions to South Indian art, architecture, and administration remained significant.
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• The Vijayanagar Empire was founded in 1336 CE.
• It was a major Hindu kingdom in South India.
• It was known for wealth, temples and arts support.
• The Bahmani Kingdom was founded in 1347 CE.
• It was a Muslim sultanate in the Deccan.
• The two kingdoms were often rivals.
• Vijayanagar's capital was Hampi.
• Both left significant cultural and administrative legacies.