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In the agrarian system of the Vijayanagara Empire, which factor was a key constraint that rulers tried to address through the construction of tanks and canals?

1. Shortage of metal tools
2. Irregular water supply for irrigation
3. Scarcity of draft animals
4. Decline in soil fertility due to salinity

Correct answer: Irregular water supply for irrigation

Solution

The Vijayanagara rulers invested in tanks and canals to improve irrigation and manage the irregular availability of water. This helped expand agriculture in a region where dependable water supply was a major constraint.

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