Which Manipuri king adopted the title “Maharaja” in the 18th century?

Ching-Thang Khomba
Khagemba
Bhagyachandra
Garib Niwaz (Pamheiba)

The correct answer is: c) Bhagyachandra

Bhagayachandra was the king of Manipur from 1709 to 1748. He was the first Manipuri king to adopt the title “Maharaja”. He was a great patron of art and literature, and he is credited with introducing many reforms to the Manipuri society.

Ching-Thang Khomba was the king of Manipur from 1697 to 1709. He was a great warrior, and he is credited with expanding the Manipuri kingdom.

Khagenba was the king of Manipur from 1748 to 1754. He was a great administrator, and he is credited with introducing many reforms to the Manipuri government.

Garib Niwaz (Pamheiba) was the king of Manipur from 1754 to 1759. He was a great warrior, and he is credited with defeating the Burmese invasion of Manipur.