Q. Which of the following British Commanders was defeated by the Santhals in 1855?
Answer: Major Burrough
Notes: Major Burrough was defeated by the Santhals in 1855. A small contingent of force under Major Burrough was called to suppress the rebels but he met tremendous resistance and was defeated at Pirpainati. The victory of the Santhals over the all mighty British further fueled the rebellion and it spread like wildfire.

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