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The Thuggee suppression was carried out by:

A. Lord William Bentinck

B. Lord Curzon

C. Lord Lytton

D. Lord Dalhousie

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

William Sleeman played a key role.

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Correct Answer: Option B

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The Munda Rebellion (1899–1900) led by Birsa Munda in the region south of Ranchi is historically referred to as the Ulgulan or Great Tumult.

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Correct Answer: Option B

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