Who was the ‘Agent to the Governor General’ (A.G.G.) in Rajputana Residency at the time of the uprising of 1857?

Correct option is D

Ans. (d)
Explanation
During the Revolt of 1857, George Patrick Lawrence was the Agent to the Governor General (A.G.G.) in Rajputana Residency. His primary role was to maintain British influence over the princely states of Rajasthan. He successfully convinced Rajput rulers to remain loyal to the British, ensuring that Rajputana did not become a major center of rebellion. While localized revolts occurred in places like Kota and Naseerabad, the overall stability of the region remained under British control, largely due to his diplomatic efforts.
Information Booster
· George Patrick Lawrence was the A.G.G. of Rajputana Residency in 1857.
· The Rajputana rulers largely stayed loyal to the British, unlike other regions in India.
· The Kota rebellion was one of the major uprisings in Rajputana.
· Major Burton was killed in Kota during the uprising.
· The British used treaties and political influence to prevent widespread rebellion in Rajasthan.
Additional Knowledge
· Major Burton (Option a): He was a British official in Kota who was killed in the 1857 revolt, but he was not the A.G.G.
· William Eden (Option b): There is no historical record of his involvement in Rajputana during 1857.
· Captain Showers (Option c): He was a British officer but not the A.G.G. during the 1857 revolt.
· George Patrick Lawrence (Option d): The correct answer. He successfully managed Rajputana’s political affairs during the uprising and prevented widespread rebellion in the region.