Previous year MCQs

Modern Indian History UPPSC 2015 GS-I
Question

Who was the leader of 1857 struggle for freedom in Lucknow?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Hazrat Mahal

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Hazrat Mahal”.
Hazrat Mahal was the leader of the 1857 struggle for freedom in Lucknow.

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