Ans. Krishnadeva Raya was a prominent ruler of the Vijayanagar Empire during the 16th century. He played a crucial role in the Vijayanagar-Bahmani conflict by leading the Vijayanagar forces to numerous victories against the Bahmani Sultanate. Krishnadeva Raya's military strategies and leadership skills were instrumental in expanding the empire's boundaries and asserting its dominance over the Deccan region.