Mysore Palace and Maharajah

The video discusses the varying sizes of states, from small villages to large territories, and how rulers maintain their thrones through treaties with the British. It highlights the wealth disparity among rulers, with some possessing vast fortunes while others struggle with limited tax revenues, impacting their ability to improve the lives of their subjects.

What implications does the text suggest about the relationship between tax revenues and the welfare of subjects?

In what ways do some rulers fail to enrich themselves or improve the lot of their subjects?