Q. In whose hands was the real power at the time of Sadashiv Raya, the last ruler of Tuluva dynasty?
Sadashiv Raya was the nominal ruler and the last king of the Tuluva dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire. However, the real power during his reign was in the hands of Ram Rai (also known as Ram Raja), who was a powerful regent and de facto ruler.
Ram Rai managed the administration and military affairs of the empire. He played a central role in the Battle of Talikota (1565), which led to the decline of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Hence, Ram Rai (Ram Raja) held the actual power, not Sadashiv Raya.
✅ Correct Answer: (C) Ram Rai or Ram Raja
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Sadashiv Raya was the nominal ruler and the last king of the Tuluva dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire. However, the real power during his reign was in the hands of Ram Rai (also known as Ram Raja), who was a powerful regent and de facto ruler.
Ram Rai managed the administration and military affairs of the empire. He played a central role in the Battle of Talikota (1565), which led to the decline of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Hence, Ram Rai (Ram Raja) held the actual power, not Sadashiv Raya.
✅ Correct Answer: (C) Ram Rai or Ram Raja