Question

Where was Bahadur Shah Zafar exiled by the British?

• A. Calcutta
• B. Rangoon
• C. Bombay
• D. Madras

Hint:

Bahadur Shah Zafar (last Mughal ruler) was exiled to Rangoon after 1857 and died there in 1862.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Who was Bahadur Shah Zafar?
Bahadur Shah Zafar was the last Mughal emperor, who played a symbolic leadership role during the Revolt of 1857. After the failure of the revolt, he was captured by the British.
Step 2: Exile.
The British exiled him to Rangoon (Burma) where he spent the remainder of his life. He died in 1862 in exile.
Step 3: Elimination of options.
- (A) Calcutta: Incorrect.
- (B) Rangoon: Correct, place of exile.
- (C) Bombay: Incorrect.
- (D) Madras: Incorrect.
Conclusion: Bahadur Shah Zafar was exiled to Rangoon after 1857 revolt.