Chamaraja Wodeyar VI
King of Mysore
About Chamaraja Wodeyar VI
Lived 1603 – 1637 (aged 34).
Chamaraja Wodeyar VI (21 April 1603 – 2 May 1637) was the tenth maharaja of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1617 after his grandfather Raja Wodeyar I's death that year until his death in 1637.
Collapse of the Vijayanagara Empire During the 20-year reign of Chamaraja Wodeyar VI, the Vijayanagara Empire collapsed drastically, major portions of which were annexed by the Bahamani and Deccan sultanates. During this period, Chamaraja Wodeyar's kingdom expanded quickly. By the end of his life, he had nearly doubled the kingdom's size. He died in summer on 2 May 1637. His paternal uncle, Raja Wodeyar II, took over after his death.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Chamaraja Wodeyar VI?
King of Mysore
When was Chamaraja Wodeyar VI born?
Chamaraja Wodeyar VI was born on 21 April 1603.
When did Chamaraja Wodeyar VI die?
Chamaraja Wodeyar VI died on 2 May 1637.
What nationality was Chamaraja Wodeyar VI?
Chamaraja Wodeyar VI's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Mysore.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Chamaraja Wodeyar VI
· DBpedia: Chamaraja Wodeyar VI
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