Question

The first dynasty of the empire of Vijaynagar is known as Sangama because _______.

• A. it was inspired by the greatness of the Tamil Sangam
• B. Vijaynagar was located at the confluence (Sangama) of Tungabhadra and Krishna rivers
• C. it was named after Sangama, the father of Harihara and Bukka
• D. Harihara and Bukka convened a great assembly (sangama) of poets to celebrate the founding of the empire

Answer 1

The correct option is C it was named after Sangama, the father of Harihara and Bukka

Vijayanagar empire was established in 1336 by Harihara I and his brother Bukka Raya I of Sangama Dynasty. It was ruled successively by five dynasties namely- Sangama dynasty, Saluva dynasty, Tuluva and Aravidu dynasty. The first dynasty of the empire of Vijaynagar is known as Sangama because it was named after Sangama, the father of Harihara and Bukka.