Who was defeated in the battle of Chinhat?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Henry Lawrence
In the famous Battle of Chinhat (30 June 1857), the British forces under Henry Lawrence were defeated by the rebels.
NCERT (2026-27): “1.3 Leaders and followers … Subsequently, in 1857, he was jailed in Faizabad. When released, he was elected by the mutinous 22 nd Native Infantry as their leader. He fought in the famous Battle of Chinhat in which the British forces under Henry Lawrence were defeated. He came to be known for his courage and power.…” |