Medieval Indian History Questions (MCQs) for UPSC, SSC & States PCS Examinations


Q.  Which among the following was the single biggest item of import to the Vijayanagar empire?

a. Precious stones
b. Horses
c. Luxury goods
d. Raw Silk


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Kings of Vijayanagar, imported Arabian horses on a large scale, in order to improve the breed of cavalry horses in their own districts. Thus, the single biggest item of import to the Vijayanagar empire was Horses.
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