With reference to the Revolt of 1857, consider the following statements: 1. Shah Mal mobilised the people of Baraut region of Uttar Pradesh and captured the bungalow of an Englishman and converted it into a "hall of justice". 2. Gonoo was a Kol leader of the Singhbhum region of Chotanagpur. Which of the statements given above is/are <strong>CORRECT</strong>?

  1. A. 1 only
  2. B. 2 only
  3. C. Both 1 and 2
  4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: A. 1 only

Explanation

Shah Mal successfully rebelled in the Baraut region (UP) and set up a 'hall of justice'. Statement 2 is incorrect because Gonoo was a tribal leader of the Ho people (not Kol) in the Singhbhum region.

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