What was a common title used by the rulers of smaller princely states in Manipur?

The correct answer is c) Ningthou.

A Ningthou is a traditional title used by the rulers of smaller princely states in Manipur. The word Ningthou literally means “king” or “lord” in the Meitei language. The title was first used by the rulers of the Ningthouja dynasty, which founded the kingdom of Manipur in the 14th century. The title was later adopted by the rulers of other smaller princely states in Manipur.

The title Ningthou is still used today by the descendants of the rulers of the Ningthouja dynasty and other smaller princely states in Manipur. The title is also used as a respectful term for any man of high social status in Manipur.

The other options are incorrect.

• Maharaja is a title used by the rulers of larger princely states in India.
• Raja is a title used by the rulers of smaller princely states in India.
• Zamindar is a title used by the landlords in India.