King Krishnadevaraya (reigned 1509-1529) was a prominent ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire. He was known for his military prowess, administrative skills, and patronage of arts and literature. He himself was an accomplished scholar and poet. His most famous literary work is 'Amuktamalyada'.
Which one of the following statements regarding King Krishnadevaraya is NOT correct ?
Asked in UPSC NDA 1 2017 · Topic: Vijayanagara Empire (Krishnadevaraya: Reign, conquests, and achievements)
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Answer: D. He wrote his magnum opus Amuktamalyada in Sanskrit
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