While historiuse the term Vijayanagara Empire and contemporaries of this empire described it as the _____________ :

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Karnataka Samrajyamu.
 Karnataka Samrajyamu: The Vijayanagara Empire, which ruled over much of southern India from the 14th to the 17th centuries, was contemporaneously referred to as the "Karnataka Samrajyamu." This term highlights the empire's strong cultural and political influence in the Karnataka region.
Information Booster:
 The Vijayanagara Empire was founded in 1336 by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I of the Sangama dynasty.
 Administrative Facts:
o Centralized Administration: The Vijayanagara Empire had a well-organized central administration with the king at the top, assisted by a council of ministers.
o Provincial Governors: The empire was divided into provinces (rajya), each governed by a governor (nayaka or nayak).
o Revenue System: The empire had an efficient revenue system, primarily based on land revenue. Taxes were collected in kind or cash, and land was classified based on its fertility and productivity.
o Military Organization: The empire maintained a strong military force, including infantry, cavalry, and war elephants. The army was supported by feudal lords (poligars) who provided troops in times of war.
 War and Military Achievements:
o Battle of Talikota (1565): A decisive battle fought against the Deccan Sultanates, which led to the fall of the Vijayanagara Empire. Despite this defeat, the empire's influence persisted for a few more decades.