Q. Which of the following statements are not true about Haider Ali?

1. He began his career as a soldier in the service of the Mysore state, ruled by the rulers of the Hindu Wodeyars Dynasty.
2. During his term as the faujidar of Dindigul, he established a modern dockyard.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer: Only 1
Notes: Haider Ali started his career as a horseman in Mysore state, ruled by the rulers of the Hindu Wodeyars Dynasty. In this power struggle, Hyder Ali , with his diplomatic skills, leadership qualities, became the de facto ruler of Mysore. He was aware of the western supremacy over arms and ammunitions. So, with the help of French, he set up an Arsenal at Dindigul.

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