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The famous battle fought in 1565 CE that effectively sealed the doom of the Vijayanagara Empire and was led by an alliance of Deccan Sultanates was the Battle of:

A. Talikota✓ Correct Answer
B. Panipat
C. Khanwa
D. Rakshasa-Tangadi

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Battle of Talikota, also called Rakshasa-Tangadi, fought in 1565 CE, pitted a unified coalition of Deccan Sultanates against the Vijayanagara Empire, resulting in a decisive defeat that crippled the southern imperial power. Earlier battles like Panipat and Khanwa involved northern dynasties. This clash marks a major turning point in medieval peninsular history.

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