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What was the initial event that sparked the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
What was the initial event that sparked the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
- An uprising in Gwalior
- A mutiny of sepoys in Meerut (correct)
- A civilian rebellion in Delhi
- A revolt in central India
When was the British amnesty granted to the rebels?
When was the British amnesty granted to the rebels?
- 10 May 1857
- 1 November 1858 (correct)
- 20 June 1858
- 8 July 1859
What is another name for the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
What is another name for the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
- The Great Rebellion
- The Sepoy Mutiny (correct)
- The Second War of Independence
- The Indian Insurrection
What were some of the resentments that fueled the Indian rebellion?
What were some of the resentments that fueled the Indian rebellion?
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When was the Indian Rebellion of 1857 formally declared to have ended?
When was the Indian Rebellion of 1857 formally declared to have ended?
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Study Notes
Causes of the Indian Rebellion of 1857
- The initial event that sparked the Indian Rebellion of 1857 was the introduction of the Enfield rifle, which required soldiers to bite off the ends of greased cartridges before loading, sparking religious outrage among Hindu and Muslim soldiers.
Aftermath of the Rebellion
- The British granted amnesty to the rebels in 1859.
Alternative Name
- Another name for the Indian Rebellion of 1857 is the Sepoy Mutiny.
Factors Contributing to the Rebellion
- Resentments that fueled the Indian rebellion included the exploitation of Indian resources, the disregard for Indian customs and traditions, and the undermining of Indian rulers and nobility.
Conclusion of the Rebellion
- The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was formally declared to have ended in July 1859.
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Test your knowledge of the major uprising in India against the rule of the British East India Company in 1857–58. Explore the events, causes, and impact of the rebellion.
