Multiple choice

In the Vijayanagar empire, social and religious matters were decided by

  1. Samayacaryas or Desaris

  2. Kavalakaras or Arasukavalkaras

  3. Dharmopanchas or Dharmdesas

  4. Parsokanas or Dhruvrajas

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Dharmopanchas (or Dharmadesas) served as religious authorities and scholars in the Vijayanagar administration. They adjudicated disputes related to social customs, religious practices, inheritance, and dharmic law, functioning as the judiciary for socio-religious matters.