With reference to Jayakrushna Rajguru Mahapatra, consider the following statement:

1. He was the first from Odisha to have attained martyrdom by fighting against the British Raj.

2. He revolted against the British with the army of Paika warriors.

 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Correct option is C

​·       In 1804, Jayee Krushna Rajguru Mahapatra (known to the people as Jayee Rajguru) was the royal preceptor to Mukunda Dev II. He revolted against the British with the army of Paika warriors. This was also known as Khorda Rebellion. But the Britishers, suppressed the rebellion with the help of some natives. On 6th December, 1806 Jayee Rajguru was convicted and hanged. Thus, Jayee Rajguru is considered as the first martyr of the early freedom struggle against British rule. His sacrifice laid the foundation of a major revolt after 13 years of his martyrdom.