History • Medieval IndiaHard
The famous battle of Talikota (1565 CE) was fought between the Vijayanagara Empire and a confederacy of Deccan sultanates. Which sultanate was NOT part of this alliance?
A. Bijapur
B. Golconda
C. Berar✓ Correct Answer
D. Ahmadnagar
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Battle of Talikota in 1565 was fought between the Vijayanagara Empire and an alliance of four Deccan sultanates consisting of Bijapur, Golconda, Ahmadnagar, and Bidar, while Berar remained outside the coalition due to regional rivalries. This decisive defeat shattered the imperial power of Vijayanagara in southern India. Ali Adil Shah of Bijapur played a leading diplomatic role in assembling this coalition.
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