SSC GD 2026 PYQ — Question 38

SSC GD Constable - 29 April 2026 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q38

In which year did the First Anglo-Mysore war take place?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer:

1767-69

Explanation:

The First Anglo-Mysore War took place between 1767 and 1769. It was fought between the Kingdom of Mysore, ruled by Haider Ali, and the East India Company. The conflict concluded with the Treaty of Madras in 1769, which provided for a mutual restitution of conquests and a defensive alliance between the two parties.

Key Points:

Haider Ali inflicted a humiliating defeat on the British forces during this war, even advancing up to the gates of Madras.

There were a total of four Anglo-Mysore Wars fought between the British and the rulers of Mysore (Haider Ali and his son Tipu Sultan).

Important Questions and Answers:

Question: Which treaty ended the First Anglo-Mysore War in 1769?

Answer: Treaty of Madras.

Question: Who was the ruler of Mysore during the First Anglo-Mysore War?

Answer: Haider Ali.