2015 · Q98
Which of the following statements about Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah, who played an important part in the Revolt of 1857, is/are correct?
- 1He was popularly known as Danka Shah or the Maulvi with a drum.
- 2He fought in the famous Battle of Chinhat.
- 3He was killed by British troops under the command of Henry Lawrence.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
General KnowledgeHistory of India
- A1 only
- B1 and 3
- C2 and 3
- D1 and 2
Explanation
Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah was popularly known as Danka Shah, the Maulvi with a drum, from which he proclaimed rebel orders — statement 1 true — and he led the rebel forces at the Battle of Chinhat near Lucknow in June 1857 — statement 2 true. He was not killed by Henry Lawrence's troops (Lawrence died in July 1857); Ahmadullah was killed in January 1858 by the Raja of Pawayan. Hence 1 and 2.