Mysore under Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan — Prelims Questions

With reference to the Anglo-Mysore Wars, consider the following statements: 1. The Treaty of Madras concluded the First Anglo-Mysore War. 2. The Battle of Pollilur was a significant British victory during the Second Anglo-Mysore War. 3. The Treaty of Seringapatam led to Tipu Sultan ceding half of his territories. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following innovations are correctly associated with Tipu Sultan? 1. Introduction of a new calendar and coinage system. 2. Pioneering use of iron-cased rockets in warfare. 3. Establishment of state trading companies with overseas branches. 4. Abolition of the jagir system and payment of officials in cash. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following pairs: 1. First Anglo-Mysore War : Treaty of Mangalore 2. Second Anglo-Mysore War : Treaty of Madras 3. Third Anglo-Mysore War : Treaty of Seringapatam Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Which of the following statements best describes the 'Subsidiary Alliance System' as applied to Mysore?

Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of Hyder Ali's administration?