Q. One of the earliest and the best known mutinies before the Revolt of 1857 was

Correct Answer

Indian Soldiers Mutiny at Vellore (1806)

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    B)Kamban, Banabhatta, Ashvagosha
    C)Asvagosha, Kalidasa, Banabhatta
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