Bihar Special GK PYQ 39 of 603 · Historical Scenario

Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. AIn 1857 the Maharajas of Darbhanga, Dumraon and Hatwa and their fellow landlords helped the British with men and money
  2. BIn 1857 the Maharajas of Darbhanga, Dumraon and Hatwa and their fellow landlords helped the British with men, not money
  3. CIn 1857 the Maharajas of Darbhanga, Dumraon and Hatwa and their fellow landlords helped the British with money not men
  4. DIn 1857, the Maharajas of Darbhanga, Dumraon and Hatwa and their fellow landlords opposed the British

56th to 59th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2014

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Correct answer: (a) In 1857 the Maharajas of Darbhanga, Dumraon and Hatwa and their fellow landlords helped the British with men and money

Explanation

In the Revolt of 1857, some major zamindars of Bihar provided substantial help to the British with both money and men. Zamindars who helped the British in this manner included those of Darbhanga, Dumraon and Hatwa.

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