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What was the main concern of Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi regarding the British East India Company?
What was the main concern of Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi regarding the British East India Company?
The British policies were welcomed by all Indians because they promoted modern education.
The British policies were welcomed by all Indians because they promoted modern education.
False
What happened to the power of nawabs and rajas by the mid-eighteenth century?
What happened to the power of nawabs and rajas by the mid-eighteenth century?
They lost their power and authority.
The British allowed __________ to function freely in their domains after 1830, which concerned many Indians.
The British allowed __________ to function freely in their domains after 1830, which concerned many Indians.
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Match the following individuals with their respective actions regarding the British East India Company:
Match the following individuals with their respective actions regarding the British East India Company:
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Which of the following was a law passed to ease conversion to Christianity?
Which of the following was a law passed to ease conversion to Christianity?
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The sepoys informed Godse and his uncle about a forthcoming upheaval.
The sepoys informed Godse and his uncle about a forthcoming upheaval.
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What was the list of eighty-four rules associated with?
What was the list of eighty-four rules associated with?
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What was one of the main reasons for the unrest among the sepoys according to the account?
What was one of the main reasons for the unrest among the sepoys according to the account?
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Sitaram Pande's son was killed during the rebellion against the British.
Sitaram Pande's son was killed during the rebellion against the British.
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Which city served as a point for sending letters to different cantonments regarding the upcoming war of religion?
Which city served as a point for sending letters to different cantonments regarding the upcoming war of religion?
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The sepoys were convinced that the English aimed to turn them all into __________.
The sepoys were convinced that the English aimed to turn them all into __________.
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Match the following figures with their roles:
Match the following figures with their roles:
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What was the reaction of the kings towards the new rules?
What was the reaction of the kings towards the new rules?
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The sepoys felt that the Sarkar had always respected their religion.
The sepoys felt that the Sarkar had always respected their religion.
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What were the sepoys told about the behavior of the foreigners towards their king?
What were the sepoys told about the behavior of the foreigners towards their king?
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Which event marked the defeat of Rani Lakshmibai during the rebellion?
Which event marked the defeat of Rani Lakshmibai during the rebellion?
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The British suppressed the rebellion in less than a year.
The British suppressed the rebellion in less than a year.
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What title was given to the Governor-General of India after the changes introduced by the British?
What title was given to the Governor-General of India after the changes introduced by the British?
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Tantia Tope continued to fight a guerrilla war with the support of many ______ leaders.
Tantia Tope continued to fight a guerrilla war with the support of many ______ leaders.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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What happened to those who submitted to the British and had not killed any white people?
What happened to those who submitted to the British and had not killed any white people?
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The British allowed ruling chiefs to pass on their kingdoms to their heirs, including adopted sons.
The British allowed ruling chiefs to pass on their kingdoms to their heirs, including adopted sons.
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Who was killed in April 1859 after being captured?
Who was killed in April 1859 after being captured?
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Who led the uprising in 1817?
Who led the uprising in 1817?
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The British imposed Martial Law due to the support of the priests for the Paiks.
The British imposed Martial Law due to the support of the priests for the Paiks.
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In which year did Buxi Jagabandhu surrender?
In which year did Buxi Jagabandhu surrender?
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The king of Khurda allowed his son, _____, to take charge of the affairs of the Jagannath Temple.
The king of Khurda allowed his son, _____, to take charge of the affairs of the Jagannath Temple.
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Match the following events with their outcomes:
Match the following events with their outcomes:
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Who was proclaimed as the leader of the soldiers who gathered around the Red Fort?
Who was proclaimed as the leader of the soldiers who gathered around the Red Fort?
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The British managed to suppress the rebellion immediately after it began.
The British managed to suppress the rebellion immediately after it began.
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What action did Bahadur Shah Zafar take to organize the resistance against the British?
What action did Bahadur Shah Zafar take to organize the resistance against the British?
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Nana Saheb was the adopted son of the late Peshwa _____ who lived near Kanpur.
Nana Saheb was the adopted son of the late Peshwa _____ who lived near Kanpur.
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Match the following leaders with their contributions during the uprising:
Match the following leaders with their contributions during the uprising:
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What was the fate of Bahadur Shah Zafar after the rebellion?
What was the fate of Bahadur Shah Zafar after the rebellion?
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In which month and year did the British recapture Delhi during the revolt?
In which month and year did the British recapture Delhi during the revolt?
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Rani Avantibai Lodhi led an army of 4,000 against the British.
Rani Avantibai Lodhi led an army of 4,000 against the British.
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What event sparked the rebellion in Meerut in May 1857?
What event sparked the rebellion in Meerut in May 1857?
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The rebellion of 1857 was primarily led by civilians rather than soldiers.
The rebellion of 1857 was primarily led by civilians rather than soldiers.
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Who was declared as the ruler by the sepoys after their rebellion?
Who was declared as the ruler by the sepoys after their rebellion?
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On 10 May 1857, the sepoys in Meerut declared war on the ______________.
On 10 May 1857, the sepoys in Meerut declared war on the ______________.
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Match the dates with the corresponding events during the 1857 rebellion:
Match the dates with the corresponding events during the 1857 rebellion:
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Which factor was NOT mentioned as essential for the development of a popular rebellion?
Which factor was NOT mentioned as essential for the development of a popular rebellion?
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The sepoys successfully took control of Meerut during their rebellion.
The sepoys successfully took control of Meerut during their rebellion.
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What was the common sentiment that united the people against the British during the rebellion?
What was the common sentiment that united the people against the British during the rebellion?
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Study Notes
Policies and the People
- In previous chapters, the policies of the East India Company and their impact on various groups (kings, queens, peasants, landlords, tribals, soldiers) were examined.
- People resisted policies and actions that harmed their interests or sentiments.
- Nawabs and rajas gradually lost power from the mid-18th century, experiencing reduced authority, less honor, disbandment of armed forces, and loss of revenues and territories.
- Ruling families attempted negotiations with the Company to safeguard their interests. For example, Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi sought recognition for her adopted son as heir.
- Nana Saheb, adopted son of Peshwa Baji Rao II, also sought his father's pension.
Responses to Reforms
- The British aimed to reform Indian society, introducing laws to restrict widow remarriage, promoting English education, and allowing Christian missionaries greater freedom.
- These measures sparked resentment among many Indians who felt their religious beliefs and traditions were being undermined.
- Some Indians advocated changes to existing social practices, though the focus is not provided here.
Through the Eyes of the People
- Source 1 describes an excerpt from "Majha Praveas," detailing encounters with sepoys who forecast a major uprising within three days. This was due to the sepoys' concern about British plans to destroy Hindu and Muslim religions.
- The sepoys reported that the British had established 84 rules and presented them to important rulers in Calcutta.
A Mutiny Becomes a Popular Rebellion
- The uprising began with sepoys refusing to use new cartridges, suspected of being greased with cow and pig fat, thereby violating religious sensibilities.
- Incidents in Meerut, like the dismissal and imprisonment of sepoys and subsequent violence, sparked a broader rebellion.
- The rebellion spread across Northern India, rallying around local leaders, zamindars, and chiefs, as well as the Mughal emperor.
From Meerut to Delhi
- Mangal Pandey's execution in 1857 for attacking British officers in Barrackpore further inflamed tensions.
- Sepoys in Meerut protested the new cartridges, leading to mass arrests and the release of the imprisoned sepoys.
- An uprising in Meerut rapidly spread to Delhi, where sepoys rallied around the Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar, making him a leader of the revolt.
The Company Fights Back
- The Company responded with significant military force, bringing in reinforcements and recapturing key areas, including Delhi in September 1857.
- The Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar, was imprisoned in Rangoon until his death, effectively ending the Mughal dynasty.
- The rebellion continued despite the recapture of Delhi, with leaders like Rani Lakshmibai and Tantia Tope fighting in other parts of India.
Aftermath
- The British government assumed direct control of India in 1858.
- Subsequent policies aimed to stabilize the situation, including limiting the powers of Indian rulers.
- Guarantees were given that territories would not be annexed, but the British took the power to accept adopted sons as heirs to territories.
The Khurda Uprising - A Case Study
- The Khurda Uprising of 1817, in southeastern Orissa, exemplified growing resentment against British policies, occurring well before 1857.
- Causes of the Khurda Uprising included the British resumption of control over lands, increasing revenue demands, and discriminatory practices against the local population.
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Explore the complex interactions between the East India Company and various Indian groups as they navigated changing power dynamics. This quiz delves into the resistance against policies that affected the nobility and common people, as well as responses to British reforms. Test your knowledge of key figures and events from this transformative period in Indian history.
