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British Annexation of Awadh Quiz

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Why did the sepoys refuse to go to Burma by the sea route in 1824?

They had family obligations in their villages.

They were concerned about the weather conditions during that time of the year.

They were afraid of losing their religion and caste beliefs. (correct)

They were protesting against the Company's new rules on employment.

What was the consequence of the sepoys' refusal to go to Burma by sea in 1824?

They were severely punished. (correct)

They were given a choice to retire early.

They were awarded medals for their bravery.

They were promoted to higher ranks.

How did the Company ensure that its new recruits were willing to serve overseas?

By passing a law requiring new recruits to agree to serve overseas if needed. (correct)

By offering higher pay for overseas assignments.

By promoting only those who showed interest in serving overseas.

By providing special training for foreign missions.

What was a significant reason for the anger spreading among the sepoys in response to what was happening in the countryside?

Their close connections to peasant families in the villages. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the issue of going overseas for the Company become a significant concern among the sepoys?

Due to the violation of their religious beliefs and customs. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Nana Saheb plead to be given his father's pension after his father's death?

He believed he was entitled to it but the Company denied his pleas. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the reasons for the annexation of Awadh by the Company in 1856?

Governor-General Dalhousie believed that the territory was being misgoverned. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Governor-General Dalhousie announce that after Bahadur Shah Zafar's death, his family would be shifted out of the Red Fort in Delhi?

To remove any symbols of Mughal authority. Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the reasons for discontent among Indian sepoys employed by the Company?

They were unhappy about their pay, allowances, and service conditions. Signup and view all the answers

Why did many peasants and zamindars in the countryside lose the lands they had tilled for generations?

They failed to pay back loans to moneylenders due to high taxes and revenue collection methods. Signup and view all the answers

What did Governor-General Canning decide regarding Bahadur Shah Zafar's descendants?

They would be called princes and not recognized as kings. Signup and view all the answers