Who was the leader that defeated Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagara in the Battle of Raichur?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Adil Shah of Bijapur
Explanation:
· The Battle of Raichur (1520) was fought between Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagara and Ismail Adil Shah of Bijapur.
· Krishnadevaraya defeated Adil Shah and captured the strategic Raichur Doab (between Krishna and Tungabhadra rivers).
· It was one of the most significant battles in South Indian medieval history.
Information Booster:
· Krishnadevaraya (1509–1529) was the greatest ruler of the Tuluva dynasty of Vijayanagara.
· The Raichur Doab was a fertile and contested region between Vijayanagara and Bijapur.
· The Vijayanagara army used Portuguese artillery and horses in this battle.
· After victory, Krishnadevaraya’s prestige increased, and he celebrated with grand festivals.
· This battle highlighted Vijayanagara’s military strength at its peak.
Additional Knowledge:
· Alauddin Khilji: Delhi Sultan (1296–1316), known for his Deccan expeditions, but not linked to Raichur battle.
· Ahmed Shah Bahmani: Ruler of Bahmani Sultanate (1422–1436), fought against Vijayanagara earlier, not Krishnadevaraya.
· Ibrahim Lodi: Last Sultan of Delhi (defeated by Babur in 1526, First Battle of Panipat), not connected to Vijayanagara.