Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Rebels and the Raj

Question:

Read the following sentences carefully:

A. He was the successor to Peshwa Baji Rao II.
B. He led the revolt of 1857 in Kanpur.
C. At the end of 1858, when the rebellion collapsed, he escaped to Nepal.

From the options given below, identify the famous rebel leader.

Options:

Kunwar Singh

Shah Mal

Nana Sahib

Maulavi Ahmadullah

Correct Answer:

Nana Sahib

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Nana Sahib

A. He was the successor to Peshwa Baji Rao II.
B. He led the revolt of 1857 in Kanpur.
C. At the end of 1858, when the rebellion collapsed, he escaped to Nepal.

The aforementioned statements best describe Nana Sahib.

Explanation:

Nana Sahib was a prominent figure in the rebellion and was associated with the city of Kanpur. He was the successor to Peshwa Baji Rao II. He played a key role in the uprising in Kanpur and was one of the leaders of the rebellion in northern India. At the end of 1858, when the rebellion collapsed, Nana Sahib escaped to Nepal. The story of his escape added to the legend of Nana Sahib’s courage and valour.