Q. Who was the 16th-century Vijayanagara Nayak and commandant of Gandikota Fort known for supporting Rama Raya's rise to power? Answer:
Pemmasani Erra Timmanayudu
Notes: Pemmasani Erra Timmanayudu was a key Vijayanagara Nayak, Gandikota Fort commandant, supporter of Rama Raya, and military leader who minted coins and developed Timmanayudupeta.
