Correct option is C
The correct answer is (C) Kunwar Singh
Explanation:
• Kunwar Singh, a prominent leader, led the rebellion of 1857 in Jagdishpur (now in Bihar).
• He was one of the key figures in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and played a crucial role in leading the forces against the British East India Company in the Bihar region.
• Kunwar Singh was a skilled military leader and fought valiantly during the rebellion, although he eventually passed away due to injuries sustained in the conflict.
Information Booster:
• Kunwar Singh was respected for his leadership in organizing local forces and his strategic acumen.
• His efforts in Jagdishpur became a symbol of resistance to British rule in the eastern region.
Additional Knowledge:
Khan Bahadur (Option A)
• Khan Bahadur was a title used for people who had served in various capacities during British rule but was not a leader in the 1857 rebellion.
Azimullah Khan (Option B)
• Azimullah Khan was an important advisor and companion of Begum Hazrat Mahal in the rebellion but not the leader in Jagdishpur.
Bakht Khan (Option D)
• Bakht Khan was a prominent leader of the rebellion in Delhi, not in Jagdishpur, and led the forces in Delhi against the British.