Consider the following statements regarding the Nayak system in the Vijayanagar Empire 1. The Nayak system was similar to the iqta system of the Delhi Sultanate, where revenue was assigned in return for military service. 2. The Nayak system became fully institutionalized during the reigns of Krishnadevaraya and Achyutadevaraya. 3. All Nayaks belonged to the warrior caste and were exclusively from Brahmana backgrounds. Which of the above statements is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation

The Nayak system resembled the iqta system of the Delhi Sultanate, where revenue-yielding territories were assigned to military leaders in return for service.
The system was perfected and institutionalized during the reigns of Krishnadevaraya and Achyutadevaraya, as confirmed by inscriptions and foreign accounts.
Nayaks came from diverse backgrounds—including Brahmanas, non-Brahmanas, warriors, pastoral clans, peasants, and merchants—not just Brahmana or warrior castes.

Source: NCERT and Ancient India – NCERT (R.S.Sharma)

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