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Which of the following statements is correct regarding the leadership and events associated with Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah during the Revolt of 1857?

  1. He mobilized local resistance in Faizabad and defeated British forces led by Sir Henry Lawrence at the Battle of Chinhat.Answer
  2. B
    He organized the rebellion in Bareilly and declared himself the viceroy of the Mughal Emperor Bahadur Shah II.
  3. C
    He served as the primary military general for Rani Lakshmibai during the defense of Gwalior and Jhansi.
  4. D
    He launched the armed rebellion in the Chota Nagpur plateau by organizing the Kol and Ho tribes against British revenue policies.

Answer

Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah mobilized local resistance in Faizabad and defeated British forces led by Sir Henry Lawrence at the Battle of Chinhat.
The correct option highlights the role of Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah of Faizabad (popularly called 'Danka Shah'), who emerged as one of the most effective leaders of the 1857 uprising in Awadh. He personally commanded insurgent troops that defeated Sir Henry Lawrence's forces at the Battle of Chinhat on June 30, 1857, forcing the British into the Residency at Lucknow.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the historical figure and key center of revolt.
Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah was a prominent leader of the Revolt of 1857 operating in the Awadh/Faizabad region.
Establishing the geographic center helps distinguish his role from leaders in Bareilly, Jhansi, or Chota Nagpur.
2
Evaluate major engagements associated with Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah.
In June 1857, his insurgent forces encountered British troops commanded by Chief Commissioner Sir Henry Lawrence at Chinhat (near Lucknow) and inflicted a decisive defeat on the British army.
This Battle of Chinhat directly led to the Siege of Lucknow.
3
Differentiate from roles of other key 1857 leaders.
Khan Bahadur Khan led Bareilly, Tatya Tope allied with Rani Lakshmibai, and tribal leaders like Buddho Bhagat led Chota Nagpur uprisings.
Verifying distractor attributions ensures accurate option selection.

Key Concept

Centers and Leadership of the Revolt of 1857
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Revolt of 1857, Peasant Struggles, and Tribal Uprisings

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