Q. In which year did the Bundela rulers of Madhya Pradesh first rebel against the British?
Answer: 1842
Notes: In 1842, the Bundela rulers including Jawahar Singh and Madhu Shah led an uprising against British rule in Madhya Pradesh. This early rebellion predated the 1857 Indian Revolt and highlighted localized resistance. The 1857 revolt was a widespread rebellion, whereas 1842 marked a significant regional challenge to British authority in Bundelkhand.