Tipu Sultan - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following statements are true about Tipu Sultan?

1. He Encouraged sericulture
2. He introduced new system of coinage , measures and calenders
3. He was pioneer in the use of rocket artillery
4. He organized standing disciplined army

Which of the above statements are true?


a. 1,2,3
b. 2,3,4
c. 1,3,4
d. All the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: All the above

Explanation:
Tipu sultan's new land revenue system resulted in the growth of Mysore silk industry.


2)   Consider the following statements

1. Tipu had planted the tree of liberty in Srirangapatnam and founded thejacobine club
2. Fathul Mujahidin is a military manual that was written by Tippu Sultan,

Which of the above statements is/are correct?


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both

Explanation:
Tipu sultan established close relationship with France. Napoleon came as far as conquering Egypt in an attempt to link with Tipu Sultan against the British, their common enemy.