At the time of colonial period, the Asaf Jahi dynasty was established in ________.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Hyderabad
Explanation: • The Asaf Jahi dynasty ruled the princely state of Hyderabad. • Founded in 1724 by Mir Qamar-ud-din Khan (Nizam-ul-Mulk). • Hyderabad became one of the largest princely states under British rule. • It retained semi-autonomous governance. • The dynasty ended in 1948 after integration with India.
Information Booster: • Hyderabad was culturally rich with Persian, Deccani, and Telugu influences.
Additional Knowledge: (a) Punjab → Ruled by Sikh Empire, not Asaf Jahi. (c) Bengal → Ruled by Nawabs of Bengal. (d) Mysore → Ruled by Wodeyars & Tipu Sultan.