Q. Who was the ruler of Mankera during the 1821-22 siege?
Answer:
Nawab Hafiz Ahmad Khan
Notes: The Mankera state, led by Nawab Hafiz Ahmad Khan, resisted Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s siege (1821-22). The fort was besieged for 25 days, resulting in Sikh annexation of key Sindh Sagar Doab lands. Nawab Hafiz Ahmad Khan surrendered and was granted Dera Ismail Khan as jagir.