UPSC History Expansion Company and Bengal Nawabs Question Bank East India Company and Regional Powers

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    Which British Commander was defeated by the Santhals in 1855?

    A)  Captain Nek Feville

    B)  Lt. Bastain

    C)  Major Burrough

    D)  Colonel While

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     Major Burrough the British Commander was defeated by the Santhals in 1855. The British weren't ready for such a revolt from Borough a small contingent of force under Major Sough was called to suppress the rebels but he met tremendous resistance and was defeated at Pirpainati. The victory of the Santhals over the all mighty British further fuelled the rebellion and it spread like wildfire.


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