Understanding 'Amuktamalyada' and its Key Features

The question asks us to identify the correct statements regarding the famous literary work, 'Amuktamalyada'. Let's carefully examine each statement provided.

We will analyze each statement based on historical and literary facts about 'Amuktamalyada'.

Analysis of Each Statement about 'Amuktamalyada'

• Statement (A): It is written in Kannada.

  This statement is incorrect. 'Amuktamalyada' is a celebrated work of Telugu literature.

• Statement (B): It is a work on Grammar.

  This statement is incorrect. 'Amuktamalyada' is a major epic poem (Mahakavya) and is considered one of the Panchakavyas (five great epics) of Telugu literature. It is a literary creation, not a treatise on grammar.

• Statement (C): It was composed by Krishnadeva Raya.

  This statement is correct. 'Amuktamalyada' was indeed composed by the famous Vijayanagara emperor, Krishnadeva Raya. He was not only a powerful ruler but also a scholar and poet in Telugu.

• Statement (D): It is written in Telugu.

  This statement is correct. As mentioned in the analysis of statement (A), 'Amuktamalyada' is a significant work written in the Telugu language.

Evaluating the Options based on Statement Analysis

Based on our analysis:

• Statement (A) is False.
• Statement (B) is False.
• Statement (C) is True.
• Statement (D) is True.

We are looking for an option that lists the correct statements. The provided correct answer option is (C), (D), (E) only. This indicates that statements (C) and (D) are considered correct, along with an additional statement (E) which was not explicitly listed among (A), (B), (C), (D) in the question text. Since our analysis confirms that statements (C) and (D) are indeed true, the option (C), (D), (E) aligns with our findings for the available statements (C) and (D).

Conclusion on Correct Statements for 'Amuktamalyada'

Statements (C) and (D) are correct: 'Amuktamalyada' was composed by Krishnadeva Raya and it is written in Telugu. The correct option provided is (C), (D), (E) only.

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Additional Information on 'Amuktamalyada' and Krishnadeva Raya

'Amuktamalyada' (also known as Vishnuchittiyam) translates to "One who offered the garland she wore". The poem tells the story of Andal, a female saint from the Tamil region, who is devoted to Lord Ranganayaka. It is considered a masterpiece of Telugu literature and reflects Krishnadeva Raya's deep devotion to Vaishnavism as well as his literary prowess.

Krishnadeva Raya (reigned 1509–1529 CE) was the most famous ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire. His reign is often considered the golden age of the empire. He was a patron of art, architecture, and literature. Besides 'Amuktamalyada' in Telugu, he also composed in Sanskrit.

The work provides insights into the socio-cultural and religious conditions of the time and region.