Match the following:

List-I (Kakatiya ruler)		List-II (Event! Contribution)
A.	Rudradeva	I.	Shifting the capital from Anamakonda to Orugallu (Warangal)
B.	Ganapatideva	II.	Thousand Pillar Temple was built
C.	Rudramadevi	III.	Malik Kafur's expedition
D.	Prataparudradeva	IV.	Marco Polo's visit to Coastal Andhra

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Key Points

• Rudradeva (A - II): He is known for building the Thousand Pillar Temple in Hanamakonda, a significant architectural marvel of the Kakatiya dynasty.
• Ganapatideva (B - I): He is credited with shifting the capital from Anamakonda to Orugallu (present-day Warangal), which became a prominent center of the Kakatiya rule.
• Rudramadevi (C - IV): She was the first and only queen of the Kakatiya dynasty and is noted for her strong administration. Marco Polo, the Venetian traveler, visited the Kakatiya kingdom during her reign.
• Prataparudradeva (D - III): He was the last ruler of the Kakatiya dynasty and faced Malik Kafur’s expedition, which eventually led to the downfall of the Kakatiya kingdom.

Additional Information

• Thousand Pillar Temple (Rudradeva):
  • This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and Surya, and is an example of Kakatiya architecture.
  • The temple was constructed in 1163 CE by Rudradeva.
  • It is known for its richly carved pillars, perforated screens, and exquisite icons.
• Orugallu (Ganapatideva):
  • Orugallu, later known as Warangal, became the capital city under Ganapatideva’s rule.
  • It was fortified with a massive stone wall and a moat, which were considered impregnable.
  • The city became a major center for commerce and learning during the Kakatiya period.
• Marco Polo’s Visit (Rudramadevi):
  • Marco Polo, the famous Venetian traveler, visited the Kakatiya kingdom around 1293 CE.
  • He documented his observations about the prosperity and culture of the region in his travel accounts.
  • His visit highlighted the significance of the Kakatiya dynasty in the global context.
• Malik Kafur’s Expedition (Prataparudradeva):
  • Malik Kafur, a general of the Delhi Sultanate, led an expedition to the Kakatiya kingdom in 1310 CE.
  • He successfully captured Warangal and took Prataparudradeva as a prisoner.
  • This marked the beginning of the decline of the Kakatiya dynasty and the subsequent establishment of the Delhi Sultanate’s control over the region.