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The Nayakas in the Vijayanagar empire were ________.

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Central ministers
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Military chiefs controlling particular territories
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Cavalry soldiers
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Priests of large and powerful temples
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The correct option is B Military chiefs controlling particular territories
Vijayanagar empire was established in 1336 by Harihara I and his brother Bukka Raya I of Sangama Dynasty. The military chiefs in the Vijayanagar empire exercised power and controlled forts and had armed supporters. They were called Nayakas.

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