The fictional city of 'Raipur' in 'Victory City' (2023) is inspired by which historical South Indian empire?
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Correct answer: Vijayanagara Empire
Victory City is a fictionalized epic of the rise and fall of the Vijayanagara Empire (Bisnaga in the book). It focuses on Pampa Kampana, a woman who creates the city through magic and outlives its history.
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