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History GK · Q16

Struggle For Independence Of India

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 16

Q16

The Revolt of 1857 in Awadh and Lucknow was led by

A.
Wajid Ali Shah
B.
Begum Hazrat Mahal
Answer
C.
Asaf-ud-daula
D.
Begum Zeenat Mahal

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
During the Indian Mutiny, from 1857 to 1858, Begum Hazrat Mahal's band of supporters, led by Raja Jailal Singh, rebelled against the forces of the British; later, they seized control of Lucknow and she declared her son, Birjis Qadra, as the ruler (Wali) of Oudh.