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Q53 (CISF/2020) History & Culture › National Movement (1857–1947)

Who among the following was popularly called Danka Shah in the years 1856 - 57 ?

Explanation

Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah, popularly known as the Maulvi of Faizabad, was one of the most prominent leaders of the 1857 Revolt. He was famously called 'Danka Shah' (the Maulvi with the drum) because he used to travel in a palanquin with drumbeaters (danka) ahead of him to announce his arrival.

He played a significant role in mobilizing the masses in the Awadh region, preaching Jihad against British rule and urging people to rebel. He was a key figure in the Battle of Chinhat and the defense of Lucknow. His influence was so formidable that the British placed a bounty of 50,000 silver pieces on his head. In contrast, Shah Mal was a rebel leader from Barout (Baghpat) who mobilized the Jats, but he was not known as Danka Shah.

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