Tag: history

Shantaji was appointed as the Viceroy of Coleroon during the Maratha administration in the region.

Serfoji II was the adopted son of Tuljaji and became a significant ruler of the Thanjavur Maratha kingdom.

Amar Singh served as the regent for Serfoji II during his minority before Serfoji II took full control.

Historical records indicate that Shaji II held a harsh stance toward Christian missionaries and the Christian community during his reign.

Serfoji I succeeded Shaji II as the ruler of the Thanjavur Maratha kingdom.

Tuljaji became the nominee of the English East India Company, which played a significant role in the political dynamics of the region.

Shaji II expanded the territory of the Thanjavur Marathas by annexing Madurai.

Shivaji II was the successor to Serfoji II in the Maratha kingdom of Thanjavur. The other options listed were earlier rulers or unrelated figures.

Tuljaji ascended the throne of Thanjavur in 1763 following the death of his father, Pratap Singh. Serfoji II ruled much later.

Lord Dalhousie is historically credited with implementing the Doctrine of Lapse, a policy used to annex princely states into British India.