Vijayanagar Empire: Mediaeval India #vijayanagaraempire #medievalindia #upsc #bpsc #rpsc #ras

🏰 The Rise and Fall of the Vijayanagar Empire Established in 1336 by brothers Harihara and Bukka, the Vijayanagar Empire emerged as a dominant Hindu power in Southern India, lasting for over three centuries. The sources detail its rise near the Tungabhadra River and the succession of four major dynasties, notably the Sangam and Tuluva lineages. Under its greatest ruler, Krishna Deva Raya, the empire reached a golden age of prosperity, military might, and artistic achievement, with the capital city of Hampi rivaling Rome in grandeur. Key administrative innovations like the Nayankara system supported its strength, while a policy of religious tolerance fostered a diverse society. However, ongoing rivalries with the Deccan Sultanates eventually led to a catastrophic defeat at the Battle of Talikota in 1565. This pivotal loss resulted in the destruction of Hampi and the gradual fragmentation of the empire until its final collapse in the mid-17th century.