Question

Who was Mangal Pandey?

Answer 1

1. Mangal Pandey was a Brahmin Indian soldier (sepoy) in the British East India Company’s army who played a key role in the events leading up to the First War of Independence in 1857.
2. He is best known for revolting against British officers at Barrackpore, refusing to use the new rifle cartridges, which were rumoured to be greased with cow and pig fat.
3. His actions made him a symbol of resistance against British rule in India.