Answer the following questions after discussing in your group:

Name the four dynasties who ruled Vijayanagar empire.

The four dynasties who ruled Vijayanagar empire are:

• Sangama (1336 – 1486 C.E.) The known kings were Harihara I, Bukkaraya, Harihara II and Praudhadevaraya.

• Saluva (1485 – 1505 C.E.) Three kings which ruled were Saluva Narasimha Deva Raya, Thimma Bhupala, Narashima Raya II.

• Tuluva (1491 – 1570 C.E.) Krishnadevaraya was the most famous king of this dynasty.

• Araveedu (1542- 1646 C.E.) Ramadevaraya is the most known king of dynasty.