Q. Who suppressed the Santhal revolt (1855–56)?
Answer: Captain Alexander
Notes: Captain Alexander led British forces to suppress the Santhal revolt during 1855–56 in the Bhagalpur region of present-day Jharkhand. The rebellion was caused by Santhals' grievances against moneylenders and zamindars. Martial law was imposed in November 1855 to control the uprising. Key leaders like Kanhu Murmu were captured during the operations. The revolt ended by early 1856, leading to the creation of Santhal Parganas for tribal administration.