Devaraya I | Sangama Dynasty

Rare Copper Plates documenting Devaraya I’s coronation unveiled in Bengaluru.

  • Belongs to – Sangama Dynasty
  • Ascended the throne after a civil war following Harihara II’s demise.
  • Conducted campaigns in Tamil Nadu, Konkan, and Tondaimandalam, effectively defending against Bahmani Sultanate invasions.
  • Built a dam on the Tungabhadra River, enabling canal irrigation for cities and villages.
  • Supported literature and trade, establishing ties with Arab and Chinese merchants.
  • Niccolo de Conti, an Italian traveler, visited Vijayanagara during his reign
  • Marked the foundation of the Vijayanagara Empire.
  • Founders – Harihara I and Bukka Raya I
  • Capital – Hampi.
  • Other notable Rulers – Harihara II (1377–1406 CE), Devaraya II (1425–1446 CE)
  • Contributions –
    • Administrative Structure – Divided the empire into regions (Nadu) for effective governance.
    • Military Strength – Resisted Bahmani Sultanate and Gajapati invasions.
    • Cultural Development – Encouraged Kannada and Telugu literature, arts, and temple construction.
    • Religious Inclusivity – Patronized Hindu, Jain, and Islamic scholars.

Source: TH


Previous Year Question

Regarding the taxation system of Krishnadeva, the ruler of Vijayanagara, consider the following statements:
1. The tax rate on land was fixed depending on the quality of the land.
2. Private owners of workshops paid an industries tax.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

[UPSC Civil Service Exam – 2016 Prelims]

(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c)


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