Rama Varma XVIIRama Varma XVII GCIE was the ruler of the Kingdom of Cochin from 25 March 1932 to 23 May 1941.ReignRama 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.DeathRama Varma died at Chowwara on 23 May 1941.