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Sri Uthram Thirunal Marthanda Varma II (26 September 1814 – 18 August 1860) was the Maharajah of Travancore state in southern India, succeeding his elder brother Maharajah Swathi Thirunal in 1846 till his demise in 1860. Known for his progressive rule, he abolished slavery in the kingdom.
Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma was the founding monarch of the southern Indian Kingdom of Travancore (previously Venadu) from 1729 until his death in 1758. [1] . He was succeeded by Rama Varma ("Dharma Raja") (1758–98). [2] .
Uthram Thirunal Marthanda Varma (26 September 1814 – 18 August 1860) was the Maharajah of Travancore state in southern India, succeeding his elder brother Maharajah Swathi Thirunal in 1846 till his demise in 1860. Known for his progressive rule, he abolished slavery in the kingdom.
List of Maharajas of Travancore. The Maharaja of Travancore was the principal title of the ruler of the Kingdom of Travancore in the southern part of Kerala, India. The Maharaja of Travancore was the topmost ruler of Travancore until 1949, when Travancore was acceded to India.
Jun 8, 2021 · One by one these Europeans entered India and established a firm grip on the trade market of this country. One of them was the Dutch who wanted to control the pepper trade of the Kerala region. But their dream was ultimately shattered when the young king of Travancore crushed them at the Battle of Colachel in 1741.
Years later, the Junior Rani died leaving behind three sons (Kerala Varma, Rama Varma and Marthanda Varma) whereas the Senior Rani had no heir. This again left the family in a situation where adoption was the only option.
Jan 31, 2024 · Marthanda Varma, also known as Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma, was the founder and ruler of the Kingdom of Travancore from 1729 to 1758. He played a significant role in the history of Travancore and made efforts to fortify its heritage and influence.
