Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a la

Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a large dam across Tungabhadra River and canal-cum-aqueduct several a kilometres long from the river to the capital city?

Devaraya I

Mallikarjuna

Vira Vijaya

Virupaksha

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Devaraya I, a ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire (reigned 1406-1422 CE), is credited with undertaking significant hydraulic engineering works. Historical accounts, including that of the Italian traveler Niccolo de Conti who visited Vijayanagara during his reign, mention the construction of a large dam across the Tungabhadra river and an aqueduct system to supply water to the capital city, addressing the water scarcity issue in the region.

The rulers of Vijayanagara placed great importance on irrigation and water management due to the semi-arid climate of their region. Devaraya I’s hydraulic projects were crucial for the sustenance and growth of the capital city, Hampi.

Other notable Vijayanagara rulers like Krishnadevaraya also undertook irrigation projects, but the large dam and canal system on the Tungabhadra for the capital’s supply is specifically associated with Devaraya I. The remains of these structures can still be seen near Hampi.

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