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[#496] Who is known as the founder of Vijayanagara Empire?
Correct Answer

(B) Harihara I

Explanation

Solution: The founder of the Vijayanagara Empire is Harihara I . He, along with his brother Bukka Raya I , played a significant role in establishing the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century. The empire went on to become a powerful and prosperous kingdom in South India, known for its cultural and architectural achievements. Now, let's clarify the options provided: Option A: Bukka Raya I Bukka Raya I was the brother of Harihara I and played a crucial role in the founding of the Vijayanagara Empire alongside Harihara I. Option B: Harihara I Harihara I is indeed known as the founder of the Vijayanagara Empire. Option C: Ramachandra Raya Ramachandra Raya is not the founder of the Vijayanagara Empire. Option D: Deva Raya II Deva Raya II was a later ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire but not its founder. So, the correct answer is Option B: Harihara I , who is known as the founder of the Vijayanagara Empire.

[#497] Who is also known a the "Kabaddi Queen" of Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(A) Mamatha Poojari

Explanation

Solution: Mamatha Poojari is also known a the "Kabaddi Queen" of Karnataka. Mamatha Poojary the captain of the Indian Women's Kabaddi Team. One of the most senior player of Women's kabaddi.

[#498] The Name of Nuclear Power Plant in Karnataka?
Correct Answer

(A) Kaiga

Explanation

Solution: Kaiga Generating Station is a nuclear power generating station situated at Kaiga in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. The plant has been in operation since March 2000 and is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India.

[#499] The Name of Nuclear Power Plant in Gujarat.
Correct Answer

(C) Kakrapar

Explanation

Solution: Kakrapar of Nuclear Power Plant is located in the state of Gujarat. Kakrapar atomic power station (KAPS) is being expanded to add two new units with a combined capacity of 700MW.

[#500] Which city was founded by Krishnadevaraya, the ruler of Vijayanagar?
Correct Answer

(C) Nagalapuram

Explanation

Solution: Nagalapuram city was founded by Krishnadevaraya, the ruler of Vijayanagar. Sri Krishnadevaraya founded a town Nagalapuram (near Vijayanagar) in the memory of his mother Nagala Devi and built tanks, temples, gopurams, etc.