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Chapter: 07. Rise Of The Vijayanagar And Bahmani Kingdoms

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What caused the depletion of the Delhi Sultanate’s treasury during the Tughlaq dynasty?
The failure of Muhammad bin Tughlaq’s visionary schemes drained the treasury and depleted his government’s resources.
How did Firoz Shah Tughlaq’s foreign policy impact his military?
His weak foreign policy demoralized the army and encouraged the enemies of the Delhi Sultanate.
Who founded the Vijayanagar kingdom?
The Vijayanagar kingdom was established by two brothers, Harihara I and Bukka Raya I, in 1336 CE.
With whom did Krishnadeva Raya encourage foreign trade on the Malabar Coast?
Krishnadeva Raya encouraged foreign trade with the Portuguese who had established trade centres on the Malabar Coast.
Which two famous temples are outstanding examples of architecture built during Krishnadeva Raya’s reign?
The Vithalaswami Temple and the Hazar Rama Temple are the two outstanding specimens of architecture built during his reign.
Who was the ruler of Vijayanagar when the kingdom was defeated in the Battle of Talikota?
Rama Raya was the ruler of the Vijayanagar kingdom during the Battle of Talikota in 1565 CE.
What was the bottom rung of the administrative ladder in the Vijayanagar kingdom?
The village (grama) was the bottom rung of the administrative ladder and was governed by hereditary officers.
What were the primary items of export from the Vijayanagar kingdom?
The main items of export were cotton cloth, sandalwood, rice, sugar, and spices.
What oppressive social practices were prevalent regarding women in Vijayanagar society?
Child marriage and the practice of sati were common oppressive practices in Vijayanagar society.
How did the Vijayanagar kings demonstrate religious tolerance?
They demonstrated tolerance by employing Muslims in their army and administration without discriminating against other faiths.
Describe the protective structure of the capital city of Vijayanagar.
The capital city was developed around Hampi and was surrounded by seven concentric walls with a total circumference of 96 kilometres.
Which Persian traveller visited the Vijayanagar kingdom in the 15th century CE?
Abdur Razzaq was the Persian traveller who visited the Vijayanagar kingdom during the 15th century CE.
What title did Alauddin Hassan adopt when he ascended the throne of the Bahmani kingdom?
He ascended the throne under the title of Alauddin Bahman Shah.
What were the geographical boundaries of the Bahmani kingdom?
The Bahmani kingdom stretched from the Arabian Sea in the west to the Bay of Bengal in the east, with the river Krishna as its southern boundary.
Why was the Raichur Doab a constant battleground between the Vijayanagar and Bahmani kingdoms?
The Raichur Doab was a highly fertile area that served as a rich source of revenue, making it a constant bone of contention.
What important seaport did Mahmud Gawan recapture from the Vijayanagar kingdom?
Mahmud Gawan successfully recaptured the important port of Goa from the Vijayanagar kingdom.
Describe the personal lifestyle of the Bahmani wazir Mahmud Gawan.
Mahmud Gawan led a spartan lifestyle, sleeping on a mat, eating out of earthen vessels, and using his wealth to help the poor.
What triggered the final disintegration of the Bahmani kingdom into five independent states?
The conspiracy and execution of Mahmud Gawan by the Deccani nobles led to the final disintegration of the Bahmani kingdom.
Which five independent kingdoms emerged from the breakup of the Bahmani kingdom?
The Bahmani kingdom disintegrated into five independent kingdoms, namely Berar, Bijapur, Bidar, Ahmadnagar, and Golconda.
Which court languages were patronized by the Bahmani rulers?
The Bahmani rulers used Persian and Arabic as their official court languages.
Why did the Deccan sultans become soft targets for the Mughal emperors of the north?
After the fall of Vijayanagar, the sultans frittered away their wealth and strength in constant mutual warfare, leaving them vulnerable to Mughal conquests.
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