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Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma, widely known as Dharma Raja, reigned as the Maharajah of Travancore from 1758 until his demise in 1798. He succeeded his uncle Marthanda Varma, who is recognized as the "maker of modern Travancore". During his extensive rule, Dharma Raja not only preserved the territories acquired by his predecessor but also successfully…
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1724
Born as Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma
1758
Succeeded as Maharajah of Travancore
Penned 7 Āṭṭakathās (Kathakali plays)
Popularized Kathakali among common folk — Arranged Kathakali performances during festivals like Navaratri.
Set a systematic curriculum for teaching Kathakali
Introduced reforms in Kathakali structure and presentation
Founded the 'Kottaram Kathakali Yogam' — Introduced the southern school of Kathakali.
Composed approximately 150 Kritis — Enriched Carnatic music.
Authored 'Balarama Bharatham' — A treatise on Natyashastra related to music.
Translated 'Geetha Govindha' into Malayalam — Called 'Bhashashtapathi'.
1798
Died
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