Historical Nicknames | MCQs

Explanation

Tipu Sultan, known as the dreaded ‘Tiger of Mysore’, was a legend during his lifetime and is still regarded as an enlightened ruler in India.

During the late eighteenth century he bitterly and effectively opposed British rule in southern India, posing a grave threat to the East India Company.

Explanation

• Alauddin Khilji wanted to be a world conqueror.
• In his coins he depicted himself as Sikaiidar-i Sam, meaning Second Alexander.
• So, he is known as Second Alexander of India.
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