SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 93

SSC CHSL - 27 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q93

Tantia Tope was the general of whom among the following?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Tatya Tope was Nana Saheb's trusted commander.

Revolt of 1857: Tatya Tope (whose real name was Ramchandra Pandurang Yewalkar) led the Kanpur and Gwalior rebellions during the First War of Independence of 1857.

Nana Saheb was the adopted son of Peshwa Bajirao II. Tatya Tope was the chief strategist and commander of his military campaigns. After capturing Kanpur, he played a key role in proclaiming Nana Saheb as Peshwa.

Guerrilla Warfare: Tatya Tope is known for his guerrilla warfare style, with which he challenged the British army for a long time.

Queen of Jhansi: He also assisted Rani Lakshmibai and fought alongside her in capturing Gwalior.