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why is Tipu sultan known as the Tiger of Mysore?

Together with his father Haider Ali Khan, Tippu Sultan marks a strikingly bright luminescent period of the Muslim dynasty over the Mysore region though for a brief period. Tippu was well known for his courage, self-respect and patriotism that made him to be counted among the line of great freedom fighters who rose their voice, revolt or opposition either armed or unarmed against the British. The title of Tiger given to Tippu highlights his braveness and the decisive confidence with which he faced the tough situations when placed against the cunning and cruel British regime.


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