Ivory Throne - Chronicles of the House of Travancore

Key Facts or Insights from the Book:

1. The book traces the history of the Travancore royal family, focusing primarily on the rule of Sethu Lakshmi Bayi, the last queen of the House of Travancore.
2. Sethu Lakshmi Bayi's reign was marked by progressive reforms, including the abolition of the 'Devadasi' system, improvement of education, and increased rights for women and lower castes.
3. The book delves into the socio-political dynamics of the time, touching upon issues of caste, gender and colonialism.
4. The book provides a detailed account of the matrilineal system of inheritance that was prevalent in Kerala and how it...

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