Revolt of 1857 in Bihar – Kunwar Singh

The Revolt of 1857 was the first major armed resistance against British rule

• In Bihar, the revolt was led by Babu Kunwar Singh, a zamindar of Jagdishpur (now in Bhojpur district)
• He was around 80 years old, yet became a fearless leader of the mutiny

📝 PYQ (BPSC): Who led the Revolt of 1857 in Bihar? → Kunwar Singh

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👑 Who Was Kunwar Singh?

• Belonged to the Ujjainiya Rajput clan
• Zamindar of Jagdishpur estate
• Despite old age and poor health, he led a guerilla-style revolt against the British
• Became a symbol of Bihar’s resistance and bravery

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⚔️ Major Events of 1857 in Bihar

• Revolt began in Danapur (Dinapore) among Indian sepoys
• Kunwar Singh joined forces with rebel soldiers and took control of Arrah
• Fought against British forces led by Capt. Dunne and Major Vincent Eyre
• Despite defeats, he regrouped in Rewa, Azamgarh, and returned to Jagdishpur
• Died in April 1858, after retaking Jagdishpur fort

📝 PYQ (DPSC): The revolt in Arrah (Bihar) during 1857 was led by? → Kunwar Singh

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💡 Legacy of Kunwar Singh

• Remembered as a national hero of India’s first war of independence
• His bravery inspired future generations of freedom fighters in Bihar
• Kunwar Singh Park in Arrah and memorial stamps/monuments honour him

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📌 Quick Revision Points

• Kunwar Singh: 80-year-old leader from Jagdishpur (Bhojpur)
• Led 1857 revolt in Bihar → Arrah, Rewa, Azamgarh
• Fought British officers like Major Eyre
• Symbol of resistance in Eastern India
• Died after retaking Jagdishpur fort in 1858

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📚 Sources Used

• NCERT Class 8 – Modern History
• Lucent GK – Modern History
• Drishti Bihar Special Book
• Ghatna Chakra PYQ Digest
• EduTeria BPSC GS Compilations