Q. At which of the following places was the modern arsenal set up with French assistance in 1765?
(a) Sunda
(b) Sera
(c) Dindigul
(d) Bidnur
Ans: (c) Dindigul
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) Dindigul.
In 1765, a modern arsenal was set up at Dindigul with the assistance of the French. This arsenal played a significant role in the military operations of Hyder Ali, the ruler of Mysore. Dindigul, located in present-day Tamil Nadu, became an important center for the production and storage of weapons during that period. The establishment of the arsenal with French support enhanced the military capabilities of Hyder Ali and contributed to his rise as a prominent regional power.