{"id":690259,"date":"2023-10-16T15:18:27","date_gmt":"2023-10-16T09:48:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=690259"},"modified":"2023-10-16T15:19:16","modified_gmt":"2023-10-16T09:49:16","slug":"vijayanagar-empire-historical-city-and-empire-of-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/","title":{"rendered":"VijayaNagar Empire: Historical City and Empire of India"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Origin\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Origin\">VijayaNagar Empire Origin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Geographical_Spread\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Geographical Spread\">VijayaNagar Empire Geographical Spread<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Important_Dynasties\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Important Dynasties\">VijayaNagar Empire Important Dynasties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Rulers\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Rulers\">VijayaNagar Empire Rulers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#Harihara_1336_-_1356_AD\" title=\"Harihara (1336 \u2013 1356 A.D.)\">Harihara (1336 \u2013 1356 A.D.)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#Krishnadeva_Raya_1509_-_1529_AD\" title=\"Krishnadeva Raya (1509 \u2013 1529 A.D.)\">Krishnadeva Raya (1509 \u2013 1529 A.D.)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Krishna_Deva_Raya_Contributions\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Krishna Deva Raya Contributions\">VijayaNagar Empire Krishna Deva Raya Contributions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Administration\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Administration\">VijayaNagar Empire Administration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Army\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Army\">VijayaNagar Empire Army<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Revenue_Administration\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Revenue Administration\">VijayaNagar Empire Revenue Administration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Judicial_Administration\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Judicial Administration\">VijayaNagar Empire Judicial Administration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Women_Positions\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Women Positions\">VijayaNagar Empire Women Positions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link 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ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_Decline\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire Decline\">VijayaNagar Empire Decline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#VijayaNagar_Empire_FAQs\" title=\"VijayaNagar Empire FAQs\">VijayaNagar Empire FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#What_is_the_VijayaNagar_Empire\" title=\"What is the VijayaNagar Empire?\">What is the VijayaNagar Empire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#Where_was_the_VijayaNagar_Empire_located\" title=\"Where was the VijayaNagar Empire located?\">Where was the VijayaNagar Empire located?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#Who_were_the_founders_of_the_VijayaNagar_Empire\" title=\"Who were the founders of the VijayaNagar Empire?\">Who were the founders of the VijayaNagar Empire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#What_was_the_capital_of_the_VijayaNagar_Empire\" title=\"What was the capital of the VijayaNagar Empire?\">What was the capital of the VijayaNagar Empire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/#Who_were_some_notable_rulers_of_the_VijayaNagar_Empire\" title=\"Who were some notable rulers of the VijayaNagar Empire?\">Who were some notable rulers of the VijayaNagar Empire?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>VijayaNagar Empire:<\/strong> The VijayaNagar Empire, also known as the Karnataka Kingdom, was a significant Hindu empire in South India. It was founded along the banks of the River Tungabhadra in what is now Karnataka.<\/p>\n<p>This empire covered the regions of modern Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa, and parts of Telangana and Maharashtra. It came into existence in 1336, thanks to the efforts of the Sangama dynasty&#8217;s brothers, Harihara I and Bukka Raya I. This period was a golden era for literature in South India.<\/p>\n<p>The VijayaNagar Empire holds great significance for the UPSC Prelims Exam. In this article, we will explore key aspects of the empire, including its establishment, finances, legal and military systems, the role of women, notable rulers, and its eventual decline.<\/p>\n<p>This information is invaluable for UPSC IAS Exam candidates seeking to enhance their understanding of Medieval History.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Origin\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Origin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The VijayaNagar Empire, also known as the Karnataka Kingdom of Vijaya Nagar Samrajya, came into being in 1336 CE, along the southern banks of the Tungabhadra River in present-day Karnataka, India. Its capital was the city of Hampi, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Geographically, it&#8217;s near the Deccan Plateau in South India.<\/p>\n<p>The empire was founded by two brothers, Harihara and Bukka, who hailed from the Sangama Dynasty and belonged to a pastoralist cowherd community claiming Kuruba lineage. They had previously served under the Hoysala King, Vira Ballala III. The Vijayanagara era marked a significant period for literature in South India.<\/p>\n<div class=\"d-grid gap-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/cbse\/important-questions-for-class-12-history-chapter-7-an-imperial-capital-vijayanagara\/\"> <button class=\"btn btn-primary\" style=\"width: 100%; cursor: pointer;\" type=\"button\"><strong>Also Read: Class 12 History Chapter 7 An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara<\/strong> <\/button> <\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Geographical_Spread\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Geographical Spread<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>During its zenith, the VijayaNagar Empire held sway over most of South India&#8217;s ruling dynasties. Additionally, the rulers of this empire managed to push the Deccan Sultans out of the Tungabhadra-Krishna River Doab region.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, the VijayaNagar Empire expanded to include present-day Odisha, which was previously known as Kalinga and ruled by the Gajapati Kingdom of Kalinga. This expansion reached its climax under the leadership of Krishna Deva Raya, as the VijayaNagar armies achieved consistent victories.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Important_Dynasties\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Important Dynasties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The significant VijayaNagar dynasties include:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Sangama Dynasty (1336 to 1485)<\/li>\n<li>Saluva Dynasty (1485 to 1505)<\/li>\n<li>Tuluva Dynasty (1491 to 1570)<\/li>\n<li>Aravidu Dynasty (1542 to 1646)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Rulers\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Rulers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The list of Key Rulers of the VijayaNagar Empire is given below:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Harihara_1336_-_1356_AD\"><\/span>Harihara (1336 \u2013 1356 A.D.)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Harihara, along with his brother Bukka Raya, founded the VijayaNagar empire.<\/li>\n<li>He took control of the Sangama Dynasty in 1336 CE.<\/li>\n<li>Harihara I expanded his rule by capturing Mysore and Madurai from Southern Empires.<\/li>\n<li>In 1356 CE, he was succeeded by Bukka I.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Krishnadeva_Raya_1509_-_1529_AD\"><\/span>Krishnadeva Raya (1509 \u2013 1529 A.D.)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Known as &#8216;Andhra Bhoj,&#8217; he was a part of the Tuluva Dynasty and ruled from 1509 to 1529 CE.<\/li>\n<li>Krishnadeva Raya is celebrated as the most famous king of the VijayaNagar Empire.<\/li>\n<li>Portuguese traveler Domingo Paes considered him the most formidable and exemplary king.<\/li>\n<li>He achieved significant territorial gains, including Sivasamudram in 1510 CE and Raichur in 1512 CE.<\/li>\n<li>Krishnadeva Raya expanded his empire to cover the region from the river Krishna in the north to the River Cauvery in the south, and from the Arabian Sea in the west to the Bay of Bengal in the east.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Krishna_Deva_Raya_Contributions\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Krishna Deva Raya Contributions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Krishnadeva Raya, a skilled leader, not only efficiently administered the VijayaNagar Empire but also constructed extensive tanks, canals, and naval power, which boosted overseas trade. He maintained friendly relations with Portuguese and Arab traders, ultimately enhancing the empire&#8217;s revenue.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to his administrative prowess, Krishnadeva Raya was a learned scholar and a patron of art and architecture. Under his rule, the VijayaNagar Empire reached its pinnacle of growth. His court included eight notable scholars:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Allasani Peddanna, the author of &#8216;Manucharitam&#8217; and &#8216;Andhra Kavitapitamaha.&#8217;<\/li>\n<li>Nandi Thimmana, known for &#8216;Parijatapaharanam.&#8217;<\/li>\n<li>Madayyagari Mallana.<\/li>\n<li>Dhurjati.<\/li>\n<li>Ayyalaraju Ramabhadra Kavi.<\/li>\n<li>Pingali Surana.<\/li>\n<li>Ramaraja Bhushana.<\/li>\n<li>Tenali Ramakrishna.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Administration\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Administration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The VijayaNagar Empire had a well-organized government. The King held the highest authority in the state and made final decisions on all state matters. Supporting the King, there was a Council of Ministers assisting with administrative tasks. The empire was divided into 6 provinces, each governed by a &#8216;Naik.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>These provinces were further divided into districts, and these districts were divided into smaller units known as villages. The villages were managed by hereditary officers, such as accountants, watchmen, and weights men, as well as officers overseeing forced labor. To connect the villages with the central government, there was an officer known as the &#8216;Mahanayakacharya.&#8217; This system efficiently governed the VijayaNagar Empire.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Army\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Army<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The VijayaNagar Empire had a well-organized army made up of infantry, cavalry, and elephants. They also had a Commander-in-chief who was responsible for leading the entire army.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Revenue_Administration\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Revenue Administration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Vijaynagar Empire mainly relied on income from land taxes. They carefully surveyed the land and determined taxes based on soil fertility. They also emphasized agricultural growth by building numerous dams and canals.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Judicial_Administration\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Judicial Administration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In terms of judicial administration, the King served as the highest judge, and severe penalties were in place for wrongdoers. Those who broke the law faced appropriate punishments and were fined accordingly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Women_Positions\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Women Positions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the VijayaNagar Empire, women held significant roles in society. They played vital roles in social, political, and literary matters. Interestingly, women received an education on par with men. They were not just limited to academic pursuits; they also underwent training in wrestling and using various weapons.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, they honed their skills in music and fine arts. Some women even had the chance to pursue advanced education. In fact, Nuniz reported that the kings employed women as astrologers, clerks, accountants, guards, and wrestlers, showcasing the diverse roles they played in the empire.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Social_Life\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Social Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The VijayaNagar Empire had a structured society with distinct characteristics. Practices such as child marriage, polygamy, and sati were prevalent. Women enjoyed significant status within the empire, and religious freedom was permitted by the VijayaNagar kings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Economic_Conditions\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Economic Conditions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The VijayaNagar Empire&#8217;s economic strategies were primarily influenced by their irrigation policies. They had thriving industries such as textiles, mining, metallurgy, and perfumes.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the VijayaNagar empire maintained trade connections with various regions, including islands in the Indian Ocean, Abyssinia, Arabia, Burma, China, Persia, Portugal, South Africa, and the Malay Archipelago.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Architecture_and_Literature\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Architecture and Literature<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Krishnadeva Raya, from the VijayaNagar Empire, built the Ramaswami Temple and Vittalaswami Temple. Additionally, a remarkable Bronze Image of Krishnadeva Raya was created during his rule.<\/p>\n<p>This era saw the flourishing of vernacular languages like Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. A scholar named Sayana provided valuable commentaries on the Vedas. Furthermore, Krishnadeva Raya, a member of the Tuluva Dynasty, authored Amuktamalyada in Telugu, as well as Usha Prinayam and Jambavathi Kalyanam in Sanskrit.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_Decline\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire Decline<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The rulers who came after Krishnadeva Raya were not very strong. During the time when Aliya Rama Raya was in charge, the rulers of Ahmednagar, Bijapur, Golconda, and Bidar joined forces to attack the VijayaNagar Empire.<\/p>\n<p>Sadly, Aliya Rama Raya and his supporters were defeated and killed in a brutal battle. This marked the beginning of the decline of the VijayaNagar Empire, which eventually fell to the combined forces of the Deccan Sultanates in the Battle of Talikota in 1565.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VijayaNagar_Empire_FAQs\"><\/span>VijayaNagar Empire FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_VijayaNagar_Empire\"><\/span>What is the VijayaNagar Empire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe VijayaNagar Empire, also known as the Karnata Kingdom, was a significant Hindu empire in South India that existed from 1336 to 1565 CE.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_was_the_VijayaNagar_Empire_located\"><\/span>Where was the VijayaNagar Empire located?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe empire was primarily located in the region that comprises modern-day Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa, and parts of Telangana and Maharashtra.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_were_the_founders_of_the_VijayaNagar_Empire\"><\/span>Who were the founders of the VijayaNagar Empire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe empire was founded by two brothers, Harihara and Bukka, who were part of the Sangama Dynasty. They established the empire in 1336 CE.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_was_the_capital_of_the_VijayaNagar_Empire\"><\/span>What was the capital of the VijayaNagar Empire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe capital of the empire was the city of Hampi, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_were_some_notable_rulers_of_the_VijayaNagar_Empire\"><\/span>Who were some notable rulers of the VijayaNagar Empire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tKrishnadeva Raya, who ruled from 1509 to 1529 CE, is one of the most celebrated kings of the VijayaNagar Empire. 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