Q. Krishnadevaraya built the Krishnaswami temple in Hampi, which is situated in the present state of ______: Answer:
Karnataka
Notes: Hampi, Karnataka, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Vijayanagara Empire temples, including the 7th-century Virupaksha Temple and the Krishnaswami Temple built by Krishnadevaraya. It was a major trading center with bustling bazaars. Notable architecture includes the stone chariot at Vittala Temple and the Lotus Mahal, reflecting Indo-Islamic design.