Rama Varma XVII

Rama Varma XVII (c. 1861 – May 23, 1941) was the ruler of the Kingdom of Cochin from March 25, 1932 to May 23, 1941.

Reign

Rama Varma ascended the throne on the death of Rama Varma XVI. The Cochin harbour was expanded and the Ernakulam High Court was established during his reign. Rama Varma also showed keen interest in religious and spiritual matters.

Death

Rama Varma died at Chowwara on May 23, 1941.

References

Regnal titles
Preceded by
Rama Varma XVI
Maharaja of Cochin
1932–1941
Succeeded by
Kerala Varma VI