Assess the correctness of the following pairings related to the Vijayanagar Empire: 1. Hiriya : Canal, 2. Kamalapuram : Platform, 3. Amara Nayak : Military Commander. Indicate how many pairs are corre

Here's the analysis of each pair:

• 1. Hiriya : Canal The Hiriya canal was an important irrigation canal system in the Vijayanagar Empire, used to supply water to the capital city and for agriculture. This statement is correct.

• 2. Kamalapuram : Platform Kamalapuram refers to a large tank (reservoir) and a suburb near the city of Hampi, the capital of the Vijayanagar Empire. It was crucial for water supply, not primarily a platform. This statement is incorrect.

• 3. Amara Nayak : Military Commander The Amara-nayaka system was a significant feature of the Vijayanagar administration, where Amara Nayakas were military commanders who administered territories granted to them by the king in exchange for military service and tribute. This statement is correct.

Based on the analysis, only two pairs (1 and 3) are correctly matched.

The correct option is (B).

B) Only two pairs