The Kakatiyas

Description: The Kakatiyas were a dynasty that ruled parts of present-day Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, India, from the 11th to the 14th century. They were known for their architectural achievements, including the construction of the Warangal Fort and the Thousand Pillar Temple.
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Who was the founder of the Kakatiya dynasty?

  1. Prola I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Prataparudra I


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prola I, also known as Tribhuvanamalla, founded the Kakatiya dynasty in the 11th century.

Which Kakatiya ruler constructed the Warangal Fort?

  1. Rudra I

  2. Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra I

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ganapatideva, also known as Rudra II, constructed the Warangal Fort in the 13th century.

What was the capital of the Kakatiya kingdom?

  1. Warangal

  2. Orugallu

  3. Hanamkonda

  4. Devagiri


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Orugallu, also known as Warangal, was the capital of the Kakatiya kingdom.

Which Kakatiya ruler defeated the Yadavas of Devagiri?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prataparudra I defeated the Yadavas of Devagiri in the 13th century.

What was the name of the famous temple constructed by the Kakatiyas?

  1. Thousand Pillar Temple

  2. Rani Rudrama Devi Temple

  3. Kakatiya Rudreswara Temple

  4. Bhadrachalam Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Thousand Pillar Temple, also known as the Rudreswara Temple, is a famous temple constructed by the Kakatiyas.

Which Kakatiya ruler was known as the 'Iron Queen'?

  1. Rani Rudrama Devi

  2. Kakati Ganapatideva

  3. Prataparudra I

  4. Rudra I


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rani Rudrama Devi, also known as Rudramadevi, was known as the 'Iron Queen' for her bravery and military skills.

What was the main source of income for the Kakatiyas?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Mining

  4. Taxes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture was the main source of income for the Kakatiyas.

Which Kakatiya ruler was a contemporary of Alauddin Khilji?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prataparudra I was a contemporary of Alauddin Khilji.

What was the name of the last Kakatiya ruler?

  1. Prataparudra II

  2. Rudra II

  3. Ganapatideva II

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prataparudra II was the last Kakatiya ruler.

In which year did the Kakatiya dynasty come to an end?

  1. 1323

  2. 1324

  3. 1325

  4. 1326


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kakatiya dynasty came to an end in 1323.

Which Kakatiya ruler was known for his patronage of Telugu literature?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prataparudra I was known for his patronage of Telugu literature.

What was the name of the Kakatiya ruler who constructed the Bhadrachalam Temple?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kakati Ganapatideva constructed the Bhadrachalam Temple.

Which Kakatiya ruler was defeated by Alauddin Khilji?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prataparudra I was defeated by Alauddin Khilji.

What was the name of the Kakatiya ruler who constructed the Kakatiya Rudreswara Temple?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kakati Ganapatideva constructed the Kakatiya Rudreswara Temple.

Which Kakatiya ruler was known for his administrative reforms?

  1. Prataparudra I

  2. Rudra I

  3. Ganapatideva

  4. Kakati Ganapatideva


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ganapatideva was known for his administrative reforms.

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