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Download Solution PDFWho among the following is credited with being the 'Pioneer of Rocket Technology' in India?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Tipu Sultan.
Key Points
- Tipu Sultan was born in 1750, in Devanahalli, Karnataka.
- His father was Haider Ali strong leader who ruled Mysore state (1761 to 1782).
- He was fluent in Arabic, Persian, Kanarese and Urdu.
- He was also known as the Tiger of Mysore.
- He ruled Mysore from 1782 to 1799.
- He is being credited with being the 'Pioneer of Rocket Technology in India.
- Four wars were fought by him with the British in the year 1767-69(Treaty of Madras), 1780-84(Treaty of Mangalore), 1790-92(Treaty of Seringapatam) and 1799( Subsidiary Alliance).
- In the Battle of Seringapatam Tipu Sultan died fighting the Britishers.
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