Q1. How did the British view Tipu Sultan in terms of threat level?
- A minor nuisance
- A potential ally
- The most dangerous enemy in India
- A rebel without support
Correct Option: 3. The most dangerous enemy in India.
Explanation: Tipu Sultan was recognized as a major threat to British ambitions in India due to his strong military, diplomatic skill, and modern administrative reforms.
Q2. Which of the following was not one of Tipu Sultan’s innovations?
- New calendar
- Modern navy
- Universal education
- New system of coinage
Correct Option: 3. Universal education.
Explanation: Tipu Sultan introduced a new calendar, coinage, and military/naval reforms.
Q3. What characterized Tipu Sultan’s attitude toward other religions?
- Religious neutrality and tolerance
- Strict orthodoxy and intolerance
- Ban on temple construction
- Conversion campaigns
Correct Option: 1. Religious neutrality and tolerance.
Explanation: Though orthodox in personal belief, Tipu Sultan was tolerant. He funded the reconstruction of the Sringeri Temple and regularly gave gifts to temples.
Q4. What was one key feature of economic life in Mysore under Haidar Ali and Tipu Sultan?
- Dependence on subsistence farming
- Economic prosperity compared to British territories
- Heavy import of British goods
- Complete economic stagnation
Correct Option: 2. Economic prosperity compared to British territories.
Explanation: British officials were surprised by the prosperity of Mysore peasants after Tipu’s death. The economy flourished under Haidar and Tipu, showing development in agriculture and trade.
Q5. Why is Tipu Sultan considered a forward-thinking economic planner?
- He opened temples to foreign traders
- He introduced a paper currency system
- He introduced income tax
- He sent embassies abroad and supported industrial development
Correct Option: 4. He sent embassies abroad and supported industrial development.
Explanation: Tipu understood the value of both military and economic strength. He sent embassies to France, Iran, and Pegu for trade and attempted to build industries with state support and imported expertise.