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Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a large dam across Tungabhadra River and canal-cum-aqueduct several kilometres long from the river to the capital city?

UPSC · 2023 · Art & Culture
Question:
Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a large dam across Tungabhadra River and canal-cum-aqueduct several kilometres long from the river to the capital city?

Options

Devaraya I
Mallikarjuna
Vira Vijaya
Virupaksha
Answer: Devaraya I

Explanation:
Devaraya I (1406–1422 CE) of the Vijayanagara Empire built a dam across the Tungabhadra River and constructed an aqueduct to supply water to the city, showcasing advanced hydraulic engineering.

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