Q. The ruins of the ancient city of Hampi– capital of Vijayanagara - is located in which present day Indian state?
Answer: Karnataka
Notes: Hampi, located on the Tungabhadra River in Karnataka, is a UNESCO World Heritage site with Vijayanagara ruins. It was a major trading center for spices and cotton, featuring the functional Virupaksha Temple and the Mahanavami Dibba for royal ceremonies. Hampi had an advanced irrigation system, including the Kamalapura tank and aqueducts, and bustling bazaars like Hampi Bazaar, over a mile long.