Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Kunwar Singh
Explanation:
- Babu Kunwar Singh, the legendary octogenarian leader of the 1857 revolt in Bihar, fought a brilliant rear-guard action against British troops led by Brigadier Douglas in April 1858.
- During the crossing of the Ganges on April 21, he was injured by a bullet in his arm, which he bravely severed with his own sword to prevent the spread of infection.
Information Booster:
- Despite his severe injury, he reached his stronghold of Jagdishpur and managed to defeat a British force led by Captain Le Grand on April 23, 1858.
- He died a few days later on April 26, 1858, in his independent fort, remaining unconquered till his last breath.
Additional Knowledge:
Jaglal Choudhary (Option a)
- He was a prominent freedom fighter from Bihar during the Gandhian era (Quit India movement), not the 1857 revolt.
Surendra Sahi (Option c)
- Surendra Sai was a rebel leader from Sambalpur (Odisha), not associated with the Jagdishpur conflict.
Ujjal Sahi (Option d)
- Associated with Surendra Sai in Odisha.
None of the above/More than one of the above (Option e)
- Incorrect, as Babu Kunwar Singh is the celebrated hero of this event.
So the correct answer is (b)