Q. Popular folk culture perceived the Ghadar of 1857 as an attempt of the people to free their ‘mulk’ from the rule of the hated
(a) Videshi
(b) Pardeshi
(c) Dushman
(d) Firangis
Ans: (d) Firangis
Explanation: The correct option is (d) Firangis. Popular folk culture perceived the Ghadar (Revolt) of 1857 as an attempt of the people to free their “mulk” (country) from the rule of the hated “Firangis.” The term “Firangis” refers to foreigners or European colonizers, specifically the British. During the period of the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the term “Firangis” was often used to denote the British colonial rulers, who were viewed with resentment and hostility by many Indians. The uprising was seen as an opportunity to overthrow British rule and regain independence from the foreign “Firangi” rulers.