Question

Q. With reference to Rani Channamma, which of the following statements is/are incorrect?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A.
  1 only
• B.
  2 only
• C.
  Both 1 and 2
• D.
  Neither 1 and 2

Answer 1

The correct option is B

2 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Rani Chennamma led the Kitturu Rebellion (1824) against the British East India Company. Rani Chennamma queen of Kitturu was one such warrior who led a war against British forces in the early part of 19^th Century when not many rulers were familiar with the evil designs of the British. She was the first Indian ruler to lead an armed rebellion against the British East India Company.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The princely state of Kitturu was taken over by the British East India Company in 1824 by imposing the 'doctrine of lapse', even before it was officially articulated by Lord Dalhousie.