Answer in detail:

Give an account of Tirumalai Nayak’s rule.

Thirumalai Nayak was the successor of Viswanatha Nayak. He defeated the forces of Mysore at Dindigul. When UnniKeralavarman of Travancore refused to pay him tribute, Thirumalai successfully defeated him and forced him to pay tribute. He made many alliances to protect his throne. He allied with Nayaks of Senji and Tanjore to defeat the ruler of Vijayanagara. He sought the help of the ruler of Golconda and Mysore when Muslims threatened Madurai by capturing Vellore. The ruler of Mysore assisted him and sent his army. Later, Thirumalai attacked the army of Mysore and practiced the method of cutting noses of their enemies. This was known as the “war of noses”.

Thirumalai established an efficient system of Administration. He provided peace and security to people and gave patronage to temples. He built some beautiful architecture and brought the administration of the temple under his control. He also contributed to the growth of Nayak Literature and wrote Chidambarapuranam.