Tipu Sultan became the ruler of Mysore in _______.

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Answer 1

The correct answer is 1782

Key Points

Tipu Sultan became the ruler of Mysore in the year 1782.
He succeeded his father, Sultan Hyder Ali, who was the previous ruler of Mysore.
Tipu Sultan is also known as the 'Tiger of Mysore' and is remembered for his resistance against British colonialism.
During his reign, he introduced several administrative innovations and attempted to modernize the military.

Additional Information

Tipu Sultan was born on 20th November 1751.
He was a pioneer in the use of rocket artillery in warfare, which he deployed effectively against his enemies.
Tipu Sultan's rule ended with his death on 4th May 1799 during the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War when the British forces captured Srirangapatna.
He is a controversial figure in Indian history, with differing perspectives on his legacy.