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Q. Harihara Raya I who ruled the Vijaynagara Empire for the period 1336-1356 belonged to which dynasty?

A
Saluva Dynasty
B
Sangama Dynasty
C
Tuluva Dynasty
D
Aravidu Dynasty

Correct Answer

Sangama Dynasty

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    D)A is false but R is true
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