During the 18th century ________ emerged as a strong military ruler of Mysore and challenged the Marathas, the Nizam and the Nawab of Carnatic.
A
Hyder Ali
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B
Raja Wodeyar
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C
Yaduraya
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D
Krishnaraya
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Solution
The correct option is A Hyder Ali
Hyder Ali (1722 - 1782), was a Muslim ruler of Mysore princely state and military commander who played an important part in the wars in southern India in the mid-18th century.
It was under his leadership they challenged the Marathas, the Nizam and the Nawab of Carnatic.