Revolt of 1857 — Set 5
Indian History · 1857 की क्रांति · Questions 41–50 of 70
Who led the revolt in Kullu?
Correct Answer: C. Raja Pratap Singh
Raja Pratap Singh led the revolt in the Kullu region of Himachal Pradesh. He tried to organize the locals against British rule. He was eventually captured and executed.
Who was the leader of the revolt in Mathura?
Correct Answer: B. Devi Singh
Devi Singh led the revolt in the Mathura district. He declared himself the King of the region. Crowds of peasants joined him in attacking government offices.
Which British officer was killed during the siege of the Lucknow Residency?
Correct Answer: A. Henry Lawrence
Sir Henry Lawrence was killed during the siege of the Lucknow Residency. He was the Chief Commissioner of Awadh. He died from a shell wound while defending the residency.
Post-1857, the ratio of European to Indian soldiers in the Bengal Army was fixed at:
Correct Answer: A. 1:2
After the revolt, the ratio was fixed at 1:2 (One European to Two Indians) in the Bengal Army. This was done to prevent any future mutiny by ensuring European dominance. The artillery was placed exclusively in European hands.
Who termed the revolt as a 'Civil Rebellion' in his book?
Correct Answer: D. S.B. Chaudhuri
S.B. Chaudhuri termed it as 'Civil Rebellion in the Indian Mutinies'. He highlighted the participation of the civil population alongside the sepoys. His work focuses on the rural and popular aspects of the uprising.
Which place was a major center of revolt in Rajasthan?
Correct Answer: A. Kota
Kota was a major center of the revolt in Rajasthan. The rebels, led by Jai Dayal and Mehrab Khan, took control of the city. The Political Agent Major Burton was killed there.
Who was the British Resident in Delhi during the revolt?
Correct Answer: A. Simon Fraser
Simon Fraser was the British Commissioner/Resident in Delhi. He was killed by the rebels at the Red Fort on the first day of the Delhi uprising. His death marked the end of British control over the city temporarily.
Who suppressed the revolt in Benaras and Allahabad?
Correct Answer: B. Colonel Neill
Colonel James Neill suppressed the revolt in Benaras and Allahabad. He is known for his ruthless methods and severe retribution against the rebels. His actions struck terror in the region.
Which class of society largely remained neutral or supported the British?
Correct Answer: B. Educated Middle Class
The educated middle class largely remained neutral or supported the British. They believed that British rule would help modernize India. They were skeptical of the traditionalist forces leading the revolt.
Who arrested Bahadur Shah Zafar from Humayun's Tomb?
Correct Answer: D. Lt. Hodson
Lieutenant Hodson arrested Bahadur Shah Zafar from Humayun's Tomb. He also shot dead the Emperor's sons. This act effectively decapitated the leadership of the revolt in Delhi.