The Vijayanagara Empire maintained robust maritime trade. Which of the following pairs of ports were the principal centers of trade for the empire on the western coast, specifically known for the lucrative import of Arabian and Persian horses?

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Bhatkal, Honnavar, and Mangalore were key ports on the western (Kanara) coast under Vijayanagara control. They were famous for the crucial import trade of Arabian and Persian war horses, mostly facilitated by Portuguese and Arab merchants.

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