Which 19th century rebellion led by Rani Chennamma is considered an early instance of resistance against the British in Karnataka?

Kittur Rebellion
Sanyasi Revolt
Vellore Mutiny
Paika Rebellion

The correct answer is A) Kittur Rebellion.

The Kittur Rebellion was a rebellion against the British East India Company that took place in the princely state of Kittur in Karnataka, India, from 1824 to 1829. The rebellion was led by Rani Chennamma, the queen of Kittur.

The rebellion was sparked by the British annexation of Kittur in 1824. Rani Chennamma refused to accept the British annexation and led a rebellion against them. The rebellion was initially successful, but the British eventually suppressed it in 1829. Rani Chennamma was captured and executed.

The Kittur Rebellion is considered an early instance of resistance against the British in Karnataka. It is also considered an important event in the history of Indian independence.

The other options are incorrect.

  • The Sanyasi Revolt was a rebellion against the British East India Company that took place in India from 1763 to 1773. The rebellion was led by a group of Hindu ascetics, or sannyasis.
  • The Vellore Mutiny was a mutiny of Indian soldiers against the British East India Company that took place in Vellore, India, in 1806. The mutiny was sparked by rumors that the British were planning to convert Indian soldiers to Christianity.
  • The Paika Rebellion was a rebellion against the British East India Company that took place in Odisha, India, from 1817 to 1818. The rebellion was led by the Paikas, a group of Odia soldiers.
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