Question Q2GS1UNKNOWN
Vijayanagara was syncretic society and it made immense contribution to the development of art and literature in the region. Substantiate with examples.
Introduction
Established in 14th century, through the Sangama Dynasty, Vijayanagara empire was a syncretic society.
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Main Body
Vijayanagara as a syncretic society
(1) Islamic influence through Deccan kingdom
(2) Various sections of people based on different occupation
(3) Presence of foreign travellers - Abdul Razzak
(4) Trade with various cultures of world eg Turking
Apart from these, syncretic native, Vijayanagara also contributed to art, architecture and literature.
Contribution in Art of Architecture
1Rall gopuram known as Rai gopuram - inspired from dravidian architecture
2Decorated Pillared Halls known as Kalyana Mandapa - influence of Nayaka architecture.
3Mixture of Islamic Architecture eg lotus Mohal.
4Decorated walls with Mural Paintings
Contribution in Literature
1Development of Vernacular languages (Telugu)
2Promotion of Vernacular literature eg: Krishna Deva Raya, Amukta malpada
3Rich foreign literature eg: Abdul Razak's account on Vijayanagara
4Promotion of scholarly writings through Ashtadiggjara eg: Amuswapala ke
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Conclusion
The splendid contribution of Vijaya nagara in art and literature is a continuum of the rich traditions of Pallava and Chola empires. This tradition was even followed past Vijayanagara empire such as Maratha, Bijapur etc.
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Topper
Ajay Raj
AIR 109
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Indian Culture
Medieval Indian History - Vijayanagara Empire
Syncretism and architectural contributions of Vijayanagara
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