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How many Nayakas ruled for Surapura province?

A. Twelve Nayakas

B. Eight Nayakas

C. Six Nayakas

D. Eleven Nayakas

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

From 1637 to 1858 CE, twelve Nayakas ruled it. Gaddipidda Nayaka was the founder of this dynasty. Due to an agreement between British and the Hyderabad Nizam, Surapura came under the control of Hyderabad. Raja Nalvadi Venkatappa Nayaka (1843 - 1858 CE), the son of Raja Krishnappa Nayaka came to power.

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