Who among the following Indian rulers established embassies in foreign countries on modern lines?
A
Haider Ali
B
Mir Qasim
C
Shah Alam II
D
Tipu Sultan
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
1. Establishing formal embassies in foreign countries following contemporary European (modern) diplomatic practices was actively pursued by Tipu Sultan, the ruler of Mysore (1782-1799).
2. He sought alliances against the British and sent diplomatic missions to countries like France, the Ottoman Empire, Afghanistan, and Mauritius.
3. While other rulers like his father Haider Ali had foreign contacts, Tipu's efforts to establish resident embassies and formal diplomatic ties were more systematic and modern in approach.
4. Mir Qasim (Nawab of Bengal) sought alliances but did not establish embassies abroad in this manner. Shah Alam II (Mughal Emperor) had limited power and did not establish such embassies.