5 Questions
Who was the sepoy who defied his British officers and was executed in March?
Mangal Pandey
What happened in Meerut in May that led to further trouble?
Soldiers refused to touch the new cartridges
Who became the unifying symbol for the uprising during the War of Independence?
Bahadur Shah II
Which city did the soldiers march to and capture after sacking Meerut?
Delhi
Which region did the British lose control of during the war?
Uttar Pradesh
Test your knowledge on the Indian Rebellion of 1857 with this quiz! Explore the causes and events leading up to the war of independence, including the defiance of Mangal Pandey and the refusal to touch the new cartridges. Challenge yourself to see how much you know about this significant chapter in Indian history.
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