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If an empire has strong rulers but neglects alliances against multiple enemies, what is the most likely outcome?

(A) Greater military strength forever
(B) Increased risk of defeat by united rivals
(C) Automatic territorial expansion
(D) Permanent political stability

Correct Answer: B

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Question (32)

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Which factor most directly led to the defeat of Vijayanagara at the Battle of Talikota?

(A) A united alliance of the Deccan Sultanates
(B) Portuguese naval attacks
(C) Mongol invasions
(D) Severe famine in the capital

Correct Answer: A

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Question (33)

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What was the long-term impact of the Battle of Talikota on the Vijayanagara Empire?

(A) It immediately became stronger.
(B) The empire gradually declined after the destruction of its capital.
(C) It expanded into North India.
(D) It established overseas colonies.

Correct Answer: B

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Although the empire survived briefly, the destruction of its capital marked the beginning of its decline.

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Question (34)

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Which statement best reflects the administrative strength of the Vijayanagara rulers?

(A) They ignored agriculture and irrigation.
(B) They combined military power with efficient governance and revenue collection.
(C) They depended entirely on foreign officials.
(D) They avoided maintaining an army.

Correct Answer: B

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Question (35)

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A historian studying Vijayanagara finds evidence of prosperous markets, irrigation works and temple complexes. Which conclusion is most appropriate?

(A) The empire had a strong economy supported by agriculture and trade.
(B) The empire depended only on warfare.
(C) The people avoided commercial activities.
(D) The economy was based entirely on imports.

Correct Answer: A

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Question (36)

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Which geographical advantage helped Vijayanagara defend itself for a long time?

(A) Open desert plains
(B) Rocky hills and the Tungabhadra River
(C) Dense snow-covered mountains
(D) Island location in the Indian Ocean

Correct Answer: B

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Question (37)

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If foreign travellers repeatedly praised a city's wealth and markets, what can be inferred about its economy?

(A) It suffered continuous economic decline.
(B) It was a flourishing commercial centre.
(C) It depended only on agriculture.
(D) It prohibited international trade.

Correct Answer: B

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Question (38)

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Which combination contributed most to the rise of the Vijayanagara Empire?

(A) Strong leadership, military success, irrigation and trade
(B) Weak administration and isolation
(C) Dependence on foreign armies alone
(D) Elimination of agriculture

Correct Answer: A

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Question (39)

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Which event marks the beginning of the decline of the Vijayanagara Empire in Indian history?

(A) Foundation of the empire in 1336 CE
(B) Battle of Talikota in 1565 CE
(C) First Battle of Panipat
(D) Timur's invasion of Delhi

Correct Answer: B

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Question (40)

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Which statement best summarizes the historical significance of the Vijayanagara Empire?

(A) It emerged as a powerful South Indian empire that promoted military strength, trade, irrigation, literature and magnificent architecture before declining after the Battle of Talikota.
(B) It ruled the whole of Asia without opposition.
(C) It depended entirely on European powers for survival.
(D) It never engaged in warfare.

Correct Answer: A

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The Vijayanagara Empire became a major political, economic and cultural power in South India before declining after the Battle of Talikota.

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If an empire has strong rulers but neglects alliances against multiple enemies, what is the most likely outcome?

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Question (32)

Which factor most directly led to the defeat of Vijayanagara at the Battle of Talikota?

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Question (33)

What was the long-term impact of the Battle of Talikota on the Vijayanagara Empire?

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Question (34)

Which statement best reflects the administrative strength of the Vijayanagara rulers?

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Question (35)

A historian studying Vijayanagara finds evidence of prosperous markets, irrigation works and temple complexes. Which conclusion is most appropriate?

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Question (36)

Which geographical advantage helped Vijayanagara defend itself for a long time?

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If foreign travellers repeatedly praised a city's wealth and markets, what can be inferred about its economy?

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Question (38)

Which combination contributed most to the rise of the Vijayanagara Empire?

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Which event marks the beginning of the decline of the Vijayanagara Empire in Indian history?

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Which statement best summarizes the historical significance of the Vijayanagara Empire?

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