The Velamas

Description: The Velamas were a powerful dynasty that ruled over parts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in India from the 11th to the 14th century. They were known for their military prowess and their patronage of art and culture. This quiz will test your knowledge about the Velamas.
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Who was the founder of the Velama dynasty?

  1. Prolaya Vema Reddy

  2. Anapota Reddy

  3. Rudramadevi

  4. Kakatiya Ganapatideva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prolaya Vema Reddy was a Telugu chieftain who founded the Velama dynasty in the 11th century.

Which Velama ruler is known for her military prowess and her patronage of art and culture?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rudramadevi was a renowned Velama ruler who is known for her military prowess and her patronage of art and culture.

What was the capital of the Velama kingdom?

  1. Warangal

  2. Orugallu

  3. Anagondi

  4. Vijayawada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Warangal was the capital of the Velama kingdom.

Which Velama ruler was defeated by the Delhi Sultanate in the Battle of Warangal?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Prataparudra II was defeated by the Delhi Sultanate in the Battle of Warangal in 1323.

Which Velama ruler was known for his religious tolerance and his patronage of Telugu literature?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kakatiya Ganapatideva was known for his religious tolerance and his patronage of Telugu literature.

What was the name of the Velama ruler who built the Ramappa Temple?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rudramadevi built the Ramappa Temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which Velama ruler was known for his administrative reforms and his patronage of education?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Prataparudra II was known for his administrative reforms and his patronage of education.

What was the name of the Velama ruler who was defeated by the Bahmani Sultanate in the Battle of Kondavidu?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Anapota Reddy was defeated by the Bahmani Sultanate in the Battle of Kondavidu in 1368.

Which Velama ruler was known for his military campaigns against the Cholas and the Hoysalas?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rudramadevi was known for her military campaigns against the Cholas and the Hoysalas.

What was the name of the Velama ruler who built the Thousand Pillar Temple?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rudramadevi built the Thousand Pillar Temple, which is a famous tourist attraction in Warangal.

Which Velama ruler was known for his patronage of Sanskrit literature?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kakatiya Ganapatideva was known for his patronage of Sanskrit literature.

What was the name of the Velama ruler who was defeated by the Vijayanagara Empire in the Battle of Rakshasi-Tangadi?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Prataparudra II was defeated by the Vijayanagara Empire in the Battle of Rakshasi-Tangadi in 1365.

Which Velama ruler was known for his administrative reforms and his patronage of Telugu literature?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Prataparudra II was known for his administrative reforms and his patronage of Telugu literature.

What was the name of the Velama ruler who built the Warangal Fort?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rudramadevi built the Warangal Fort, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which Velama ruler was known for his military campaigns against the Yadavas and the Hoysalas?

  1. Rudramadevi

  2. Kakatiya Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra II

  4. Anapota Reddy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rudramadevi was known for her military campaigns against the Yadavas and the Hoysalas.

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