Q. Bahmanis ruled from which of the following cities?
  1. Gulbarga
  2. Bidar
  3. Vellore
Select the correct option from the codes given below:

Answer: Only 1 & 2
Notes: The Bahmani Sultanate ruled from Gulbarga (1347-1425) and then Bidar. Sultan Ahmad Shah I Wali moved the capital to Bidar for its strategic location and climate. Bidar became a cultural center with the Mahmud Gawan Madrasa. The rulers promoted Persian culture and architecture, evident in existing monuments.

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