INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Option B Solution: Tipu Sultan was the first indian ruler to apply the western methods to his administration.

Detailed explanation-2: -He introduced a number of administrative innovations during his rule, including a new coinage system and calendar, and a new land revenue system, which initiated the growth of the Mysore silk industry.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tipu Sultan fought many battles and wars against the British East India Company, Marathas, rulers of Travancore, Carnatic, Malabar, Bednore, Kodagu. Tipu fought against the Marathas between 1775 and 1779. Tipu had signed a Peace treaty with the British in 1784.

Detailed explanation-4: -The real name of Tipu Sultan was Sultan Fateh Ali Sahab and he was named after the saint called Tipu Mastan Aulia in Arcot. Hyder Ali was the father of Tipu Sultan and he was the military officer who served the kingdom of Mysore and then became the de facto ruler of the province in 1761.

Detailed explanation-5: -One incident that highlights Tipu’s economic strategy was a procurement deal with France in October 1788. When the French wanted to import pepper, sandalwood, cardamom, cotton yarns, gum and ivory, Tipu demanded that the goods be paid for by articles including cannons, ammunition, silk and woollen goods.