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Dewan Velu Thampi’s rebellion against the British took place in the Indian state of

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Awadh
  2. Kashmir
  3. Travancore
  4. Mysore

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Travancore

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) Travancore 📚 Explanation: Velu Thampi Dalawa, the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Travancore, led a major armed rebellion against the British East India Company in 1809. He issued the famous 'Kundara Proclamation' to rally the people against British interference. Although the revolt failed, he is remembered as a national hero in Kerala.