Who led the Revolt of 1857 at Faizabad (Ayodhya)?

→ Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah was one of the most prominent leaders of the Revolt of 1857, specifically leading the uprising in the Faizabad region.
→ He was known for his fiery speeches and for declaring Jihad against the British, which mobilized a large number of followers.
→ The British considered him a formidable enemy and placed a huge bounty of 50,000 pieces of silver on his head.
→ His leadership was characterized by great courage and the ability to unite diverse sections of society against colonial rule.
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→ He was popularly known as the 'Lighthouse of Rebellion' in Awadh.
→ He fought in the famous Battle of Chinhat, where the British forces were defeated.
→ He was originally from Madras but moved to North India to spread the message of rebellion.
→ He was eventually betrayed and killed by the Raja of Powayan in 1858.
→ British officials like G.B. Malleson praised his military skill and determination.
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Option (A) Khan Bahadur: Khan Bahadur Khan Rohilla led the revolt in Bareilly, where he established a temporary government and offered stiff resistance to the British.
Option (B) Liaquat Ali: Maulvi Liaquat Ali was the leader of the 1857 uprising in Allahabad (Prayagraj), where he seized the city and declared it independent for a short period.
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