The correct answer is: a) Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Maharashtra.
The Nizams of Hyderabad were a Muslim dynasty that ruled over the Hyderabad State in India from 1724 to 1948. The Nizams were originally appointed as viceroys of the Mughal Empire in the Deccan region, but they gradually became independent rulers. The Nizams’ territory included parts of present-day Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Maharashtra.
The Nizams were known for their wealth and their lavish lifestyle. They were also patrons of the arts and architecture. The Nizams’ rule came to an end in 1948, when the Hyderabad State was merged with the Indian Union.
The other options are incorrect because they do not include all of the territories that were ruled by the Nizams. Option b) does not include Maharashtra, option c) does not include Odisha and Chhattisgarh, and option d) does not include Tamil Nadu and Kerala.