Which local ruler in the Kittur region led an armed rebellion against the British in 1857-58?

Sangolli Rayanna
Rani Chennamma
Tipu Sultan
Chittur Mallappa

The correct answer is A. Sangolli Rayanna.

Sangolli Rayanna was a warrior who led an armed rebellion against the British in the Kittur region of Karnataka in 1857-58. He was a trusted general of Rani Chennamma, the queen of Kittur. After the death of Rani Chennamma, Rayanna continued to fight against the British. He was eventually captured and executed by the British in 1858.

B. Rani Chennamma was the queen of Kittur. She was a brave and courageous woman who led her people in a rebellion against the British in 1857-58. She was eventually defeated by the British and was forced to surrender. She was imprisoned and died in captivity in 1859.

C. Tipu Sultan was the ruler of Mysore. He was a powerful and influential ruler who fought against the British in the Anglo-Mysore Wars. He was eventually defeated by the British in 1799 and was killed in the Battle of Srirangapatna.

D. Chittur Mallappa was a warrior who fought against the British in the Kittur rebellion. He was a close associate of Sangolli Rayanna and was killed in battle in 1858.

Exit mobile version