Question

The Huzur Cutchery and other public officer were shifted from Quilon to Trivandrum by

• A. Gouri Parvathi Bai
• B. Rani Gouri Lakshmi Bai
• C. Swathi Tirunal
• D. Utram Tirunal Marthanda Varma

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Swathi Tirunal

Maharaja Swathi Tirunal Rama Varma's Role in Administrative Reforms

• Maharaja Swathi Tirunal Rama Varma, the ruler of the erstwhile princely state of Travancore, was a significant figure in the administrative and cultural development of the region.
• He is credited with shifting key administrative offices, including the Huzur Cutchery and other public offices, from Quilon (Kollam) to the capital city of Trivandrum.
• This relocation was part of his broader efforts to centralize administration and improve governance in Travancore.
• The Huzur Cutchery was the chief administrative and revenue department of the state.
• This move facilitated more efficient administration and better coordination of governmental functions.
• Swathi Tirunal's reign (1829-1846) was marked by several progressive reforms and a flourishing of arts and culture, earning him the title ' a true king' (Dharmaraja).
• He also established various institutions and improved infrastructure, contributing to the overall development of the state.
• Understanding these administrative shifts and reforms is crucial for comprehending the evolution of the Travancore state and its governance structure, often tested in competitive examinations related to Kerala history.