Which military officer led the British forces in the Battle of Chinhat fought in 1857?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Henry Lawrence.
- The British forces in the Battle of Chinhat (fought in 1857) were led by Major General Henry Havelock. The Battle of Chinhat took place on June 30, 1857, during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
- Major General Henry Havelock commanded the British forces against the Indian rebels near Lucknow, in Uttar Pradesh.
- Havelock's forces were initially successful in repelling the rebels at Chinhat, but his victory was short-lived. He was later forced to retreat to Lucknow after a fierce counterattack by the rebel forces.