Who was popularly called 'Danka Shah' in the Revolt of 1857?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah
Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah moved in a palanquin with drumbeaters in front, and was therefore popularly called Danka Shah; on his release from jail in Faizabad he was elected by the mutinous 22nd Native Infantry as their leader.
Note: A same/similar question was asked in CUET (UG) in the papers below.
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* A similar question.
NCERT: Themes in Indian History Part III — Chapter 10: Rebels and the Raj (2026-27)
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