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What was the immediate cause of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

  • Introduction of Enfield Rifles (correct)
  • Religious tensions between Hindus and Muslims
  • Sepoy mutiny
  • Economic exploitation by the British East India Company
  • From which Indian city did the Indian Rebellion of 1857 start?

  • Kolkata
  • Delhi (correct)
  • Kanpur
  • Lucknow
  • Who was the last Mughal emperor who became a symbol of the Rebellion?

  • Akbar
  • Shah Jahan
  • Bahadur Shah II (correct)
  • Aurangzeb
  • Who was the British Viceroy of India during the 1857 revolt?

    <p>Lord Canning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of Rani Lakshmibai in the 1857 revolt?

    <p>She led the revolt in Jhansi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Indian soldier is believed to have sparked the revolt by refusing to use the Enfield rifles?

    <p>Mangal Pandey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Enfield rifles in triggering the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

    <p>The cartridges were rumored to be greased with cow and pig fat, offending both Hindu and Muslim soldiers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of Bahadur Shah II during the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

    <p>He was a figurehead for the rebellion but did not participate directly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a major center of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

    <p>Kolkata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the British East India Company's policy of annexation contribute to the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

    <p>It led to the widespread displacement of Indian rulers and the loss of their territories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the proclamation issued by Queen Victoria after the suppression of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

    <p>It abolished the British East India Company and transferred control of India to the British Crown.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

    <p>India gained independence from British rule.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following Indian leaders was NOT involved in the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

    <p>Bal Gangadhar Tilak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 in the broader context of the Indian independence movement?

    <p>It was the first major organized resistance against British rule in India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of General Neill in suppressing the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

    <p>He was known for his brutal and ruthless tactics in suppressing the rebellion, particularly in Delhi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Indian Rebellion of 1857 affect the relationship between the British and the Indian princely states?

    <p>The British adopted a more conciliatory approach towards the princely states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Causes of the Indian Rebellion of 1857

    • The immediate cause of the rebellion was the introduction of Enfield Rifles.
    • Economic exploitation by the British East India Company and religious tensions between Hindus and Muslims contributed to the rebellion.

    Key Figures of the Rebellion

    • Bahadur Shah II, the last Mughal emperor, became a symbol of the rebellion.
    • Rani Lakshmibai led the revolt in Jhansi.
    • Mangal Pandey, an Indian soldier, sparked the revolt by refusing to use the Enfield rifles.

    Causes of the Rebellion

    • The Indian Rebellion of 1857 started in Meerut and spread to other parts of India.
    • The rebellion was largely fueled by Indian resentment against British rule and exploitation.

    British Response

    • Lord Canning was the British Viceroy of India during the 1857 revolt.
    • General Neill was the British general known for his ruthless suppression of the revolt, particularly in Delhi.

    Outcome of the Rebellion

    • The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was largely suppressed by 1858.
    • The outcome of the rebellion was the abolition of the British East India Company and the British Crown taking direct control of India.

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    Test your knowledge on the Indian Rebellion of 1857 with this quiz containing 10 multiple-choice questions covering key events, figures, and causes of the rebellion.

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