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When People Rebel History Class 8

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Why did Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi approach the Company?

To seek protection against the Nawabs and rajas

To negotiate a subsidiary alliance

To request recognition of her adopted son as the heir (correct)

To annex Awadh

What action did Governor-General Dalhousie announce regarding Bahadur Shah Zafar's family?

They would be recognized as kings after him

They would be shifted to another place in Delhi (correct)

They would be given control of Awadh

They would remain in the Red Fort after his death

Why were Indian sepoys discontent with the Company's army policies?

They were not given land grants

They were not allowed to serve overseas

Their employment terms were too flexible

Their pay and allowances were unsatisfactory (correct)

What was the significance of the law passed by the Company in 1856 regarding army recruitment?

It mandated serving overseas if required Signup and view all the answers

Why did many peasants and zamindars lose their lands?

Due to failure to pay high taxes Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the law passed in 1850 with regards to Christianity?

It facilitated the process of converting to Christianity for Indians. Signup and view all the answers

What led to the rebellion spreading to different regions like Kanpur and Lucknow?

The mutiny of regiments and the joining of troops at nodal points. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the soldiers release the imprisoned sepoys from Meerut jail on 10 May?

To show solidarity and unite against British rule. Signup and view all the answers

What event marked the beginning of a massive rebellion faced by the English East India Company in May 1857?

The hanging of Mangal Pandey for attacking officers. Signup and view all the answers

Why were small rulers and chieftains threatened by the expansion of British rule in India?

They were concerned about losing control over their territories. Signup and view all the answers