According to Portuguese writer Nuniz, the women in Vijayanagara Empire were expert in which of the f

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According to Portuguese writer Nuniz, the women in Vijayanagara Empire were expert in which of the following areas?WrestlingAstrologyAccountingSoothsayingSelect the correct answer using the code given below.

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Correct Answer: D — 1, 2, 3 and 4Step-by-step Solution:Fernao Nuniz, a Portuguese traveller, visited the Vijayanagara Empire during the reign of Achyuta Deva Raya (1529-1542). According to his account, a large number of women were employed in royal palaces as dancers, domestic servants, and palanquin bearers. Additionally, women were expert in:1. Wrestling: Correct. Women wrestlers were employed in royal palaces. ✓2. Astrology: Correct. Women astrologers served in the court. ✓3. Accounting: Correct. Women were appointed as accountants. ✓4. Soothsaying: Correct. Women soothsayers were also present. ✓Nuniz also noted women as judges, bailiffs, and watchwomen.Why other options are incorrect:Option A (1,2,3 only): Incorrect because soothsaying is also mentioned.Option B (1,3,4 only): Incorrect because astrology is also mentioned.Option C (2 and 4 only): Incorrect because wrestling and accounting are also mentioned.Key Concept: Vijayanagara Empire (1336-1646) had a well-documented society with women in diverse roles, including administration and military. Other foreign travellers like Domingo Paes and Abdur Razzaq also provided accounts. The empire's capital (Hampi) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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