Post-Mughal Southern India
UPSC Archival Analysis
Exam Year
2015
Evidence Source
LinkID: MED_REG_2015_142 Ref: Satish Chandra, History of Medieval India
Features of the State of Arcot in 18th century:
1. Founders: Daud Khan Panni & Saadatullah Khan
2. Struggle between English & Dutch in 1740s
3. Decentralisation was a key feature
4. Mysore was another major state
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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The State of Arcot was founded by Daud Khan Panni and Saadatullah Khan in the 18th century. It was characterized by centralized rule and became a focal point for European colonial struggles alongside the neighboring state of Mysore.