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Who is often considered as the key figure in the first war of independence?
Who is often considered as the key figure in the first war of independence?
- Mangal Pandey
- Tantia Tope
- Bahadur Shah II (correct)
- Rani Lakshmi Bai
Which event triggered the outbreak of the first war of independence?
Which event triggered the outbreak of the first war of independence?
- The introduction of the Enfield rifle (correct)
- The annexation of Awadh
- The Sepoy Mutiny
- The Jallianwala Bagh massacre
Who played a significant role in the revolt of 1857 in Kanpur?
Who played a significant role in the revolt of 1857 in Kanpur?
- Tantia Tope
- Mangal Pandey
- Rani Lakshmi Bai
- Begum Hazrat Mahal (correct)
What is another name for the first war of independence in India?
What is another name for the first war of independence in India?
Where did the siege of Lucknow take place during the first war of independence?
Where did the siege of Lucknow take place during the first war of independence?
Which British officer was killed during the siege of Lucknow?
Which British officer was killed during the siege of Lucknow?
Which city was the center of the revolt of 1857, where Nana Sahib led the rebellion?
Which city was the center of the revolt of 1857, where Nana Sahib led the rebellion?
Who was the last Mughal emperor to be exiled after the first war of independence?
Who was the last Mughal emperor to be exiled after the first war of independence?
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First War of Independence Key Figure
First War of Independence Key Figure
Bahadur Shah II, the last Mughal emperor, is considered a key figure in the 1857 revolt.
Trigger of 1857 Revolt
Trigger of 1857 Revolt
The introduction of the Enfield rifle, rumored to be greased with animal fat, triggered the revolt.
Kanpur's Rebel Leader
Kanpur's Rebel Leader
Begum Hazrat Mahal played a significant role in the Kanpur rebellion during the 1857 revolt.
Alternative Name for 1857 Revolt
Alternative Name for 1857 Revolt
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Location of Lucknow Siege
Location of Lucknow Siege
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British Officer Killed in Lucknow
British Officer Killed in Lucknow
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Center of Nana Sahib's Rebellion
Center of Nana Sahib's Rebellion
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Last Mughal Emperor's Fate
Last Mughal Emperor's Fate
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Study Notes
Key Figures of the First War of Independence
- Mangal Pandey is often considered the key figure in the first war of independence.
Events Leading to the Outbreak
- The greased cartridges incident triggered the outbreak of the first war of independence.
Revolt of 1857
- Nana Sahib played a significant role in the revolt of 1857 in Kanpur.
Alternative Names
- The Sepoy Mutiny is another name for the first war of independence in India.
Siege of Lucknow
- The siege of Lucknow took place at the Residency in Lucknow during the first war of independence.
- Sir Henry Lawrence, a British officer, was killed during the siege of Lucknow.
Centers of Rebellion
- Kanpur was the city where Nana Sahib led the rebellion during the revolt of 1857.
Aftermath
- Bahadur Shah Zafar was the last Mughal emperor to be exiled after the first war of independence.
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Test your knowledge of the first war of independence in India with this quiz. It covers key figures, events, locations, and other significant details related to the revolt of 1857.
