Q: Who was Tipu Sultan?
A: Tipu Sultan was an Indian ruler of the Mysore from 1782 to 1799. He was also a scholar, soldier and poet.
Q: What family did he belong to?
A: Tipu Sultan belonged to a Muslim Jat family.
Q: Where was he born?
A: Tipu Sultan was born in Devanahalli in 1750.
Q: What is the birthplace of Tipu Sultan known as?
A: The birthplace of Tipu Sultan is known as Khas Bagh.
Q: What reforms did he introduce during his reign?
A: During his reign, Tipu sultan introduced several new laws, including new coinage, a new lunisolar calendar and a new land revenue system. He also started the growth of the silk industry in Mysore and built a church at the request of the French.
Q: How did he fight against British rule?
A: With French help, Tipu Sultan fought against the British to keep Mysore's independence.