Name these people.
(i) The ruler who fought pitched battles against the British and died fighting.
(ii) The person who wanted to reform the society.
(iii) The person who recommended the introduction of English education in India.
(iv) Two popular leaders who led the revolt (Choices may vary.)
Name these people.
(i) The ruler who fought pitched battles against the British and died fighting.
(ii) The person who wanted to reform the society.
(iii) The person who recommended the introduction of English education in India.
(iv) Two popular leaders who led the revolt (Choices may vary.)
Solution and Explanation
(i) The ruler who fought pitched battles against the British and died fighting: Kunwar Singh.
(ii) The person who wanted to reform the society: Ram Mohan Roy.
(iii) The person who recommended the introduction of English education in India: Macaulay.
(iv) Two popular leaders who led the revolt (Choices may vary.): Begum Hazrat Mahal, the begum of Ahmedabad and Kunwar Singh led to the revolt.
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