[2] By these attacks, Hyder Ali also planned to capture the vast treasuries of Malabar kings which were obtained by the spice trade.

[2] But, for his role in these activities, Hyder Ali was rewarded by Devaraja, the Prime Minister of Mysore, with the jaghir (regional governorship) of Bangalore.

The rulers of this kingdom flourished through their maritime trade connections, amassing significant prosperity and consolidating considerable political influence and authority throughout the Middle Ages in Kerala's history.

[7] The Zamorins of Calicut were sovereign rulers who fiercely preserved their independence for over eight centuries, never bowing to the authority of even the mighty Mughal Empire in Delhi.

Renowned for their hospitality, religious tolerance, and patronage, they welcomed trading communities from various nations, including Arabs, Abyssinians, and Egyptians.

[9] The naval fleet of the Zamorin, led by Kunjali Marakkars, gained renown for repelling Portuguese campaigns in the Arabian Sea.

It is noteworthy that Hyder proclaimed himself as the true master of these dominions, unlike in other parts of the kingdom where he administered in the name of the Mysore king.

In 1756, the Zamorin of Calicut expanded his kingdom by defeating weaker adversaries, including the Raja of Palakkad, capturing a portion of his territory, and named it as Naduvattam.

Realizing the inability of his troops to withstand the Mysorean assault, the Zamorin surrendered and consented to pay a war indemnity of twelve lakh rupees.