Which of the following persons is NOT one of the British heroes at the centre of Thomas Jones Barker's painting "Relief of Lucknow"?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Henry Lawrence
Option (1) Colin Campbell — Incorrect. Campbell is one of the British heroes at the centre of the canvas; the painting celebrates the moment of his entry.
Option (2) James Outram — Incorrect. Outram stands with Campbell and Havelock at the centre of the painting.
Option (3) Henry Havelock — Incorrect. Havelock is the third hero at the centre of the canvas.
Option (4) Henry Lawrence — Correct. Lawrence, the Commissioner of Lucknow, was killed during the siege. He is not among the heroes at the centre, so he is the odd one out.
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