Begum Hazrat Mahal

Begum of Awadh, Indian independence leader

Begum Hazrat Mahal - Begum of Awadh, Indian independence leader
Born

1820
205 years ago

Died

April 7th, 1879
145 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

India

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The Begum of Awadh was a significant figure during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. As the second wife of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah, she became one of the leaders who opposed British rule. After the annexation of Awadh, she played a crucial role in rallying the people against British forces, eventually declaring her son as the ruler of Awadh. The Begum led troops during the conflict and was a key participant in the sieges of Delhi. Following the defeat of the rebellion, she went into exile and lived in Nepal until her death in 1879.

Led resistance against British rule in 1857

Declared her son as the ruler of Awadh

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