Shatarupa Chaudhuri
Encyclopædia Britannica Editor
Shatarupa Chaudhuri is a senior editor at Encyclopaedia Britannica, bringing over 15 years of editorial experience in news media and publishing. She holds a master’s degree in Literature from Jadavpur University. Outside of work, she enjoys retreating to quiet corners with a good book, frequently recharges with trips to the mountains, and is diligently nurturing her skills as a gardener.
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Tipu Sultan was the sultan (king) of the Kingdom of Mysore, who reigned from December 1782 until his death in 1799. He is known for the four Anglo-Mysore Wars of the late 18th century in which he fought against Britain and its allies. There are differing theories on why Tipu is called the “Tiger of…
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