Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a large dam across Tungabhadra River and a canal-cum-aqueduct several kilometres long from the river to the capital city?
(a) Devaraya 1
(b) Mallikarjuna
(c) Vira Vijaya
(d) Virupaksha
Answer: A
Devaraya I, also known as Devaraya II, was one of the prominent rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire. He is credited with the construction of a large dam across the Tungabhadra River and a canal-cum-aqueduct that spanned several kilometers from the river to the capital city.
The dam and canal system built by Devaraya I played a crucial role in harnessing the water resources of the Tungabhadra River and facilitating irrigation and agriculture in the region. It also helped in the development and sustenance of the capital city of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Therefore, the correct answer is (a) Devaraya I.
