The correct answer is: a) Khagemba
Khagenba was the king of Manipur from 1616 to 1652. He was a great warrior and expanded the kingdom’s territory significantly. He also introduced many reforms in the kingdom, including the introduction of a new script, the Meitei Mayek.
Garib Niwaz (Pamheiba) was the king of Manipur from 1709 to 1748. He was a great patron of the arts and literature. He also introduced many reforms in the kingdom, including the introduction of a new calendar, the Meitei calendar.
Ching-Thang Khomba was the king of Manipur from 1748 to 1754. He was a great warrior and expanded the kingdom’s territory significantly. He also introduced many reforms in the kingdom, including the introduction of a new system of taxation.
Churachand Singh was the king of Manipur from 1891 to 1941. He was a great statesman and diplomat. He also introduced many reforms in the kingdom, including the introduction of a new system of education.
Khagenba was the most successful of these kings in expanding the kingdom’s territory. He conquered many neighboring kingdoms and brought them under Manipuri rule. He also built a strong military and navy, which helped him to maintain control over his conquered territories.
Khagenba’s expansionist policies were not without their critics. Some people argued that he was spending too much money on the military and not enough on the welfare of his people. Others argued that he was becoming too powerful and that he was a threat to the independence of Manipur.
Despite these criticisms, Khagemba remained a popular king. He was a great warrior and a wise ruler. He is remembered as one of the greatest kings of Manipur.