The 'Paika Rebellion' of 1817 took place in which present-day state?
A. Jharkhand
B. Odisha
C. West Bengal
D. Bihar
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Paika Rebellion was an armed uprising against the British in 1817 in Khurda, Odisha, led by Bakshi Jagabandhu Bidyadhar. Paikas were the traditional landed militia of the Gajapati rulers.
Explanation:
Bairam Khan served as the regent for the young Akbar from 1556 to 1560 and led the Mughal army to victory in the Second Battle of Panipat.
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