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Loss of Authority of Nawabs and Rajas

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What decision did Governor-General Canning make regarding Bahadur Shah Zafar in 1856?

Decided none of his descendants would be recognized as kings (correct)

Granted his descendants the right to rule independently

Recognized him as the last Mughal king

Promoted him to a higher title than king

What was a major reason for discontent among the Indian sepoys employed by the Company?

Strict disciplinary rules

Violations of religious beliefs by new rules (correct)

Luxurious accommodations provided

Excessive holidays given

What did the British do in response to the discontent among sepoys and peasants in 1856?

Allowed sepoys to choose their service conditions

Provided more land to the peasants

Passed a law forcing sepoys to serve overseas (correct)

Ignored the situation

What changes did the British try to bring about in Indian society?

Promoting widow remarriage and stopping sati Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Indian sepoys refuse to travel by sea to Burma in 1824?

Fear of losing their religion and caste by crossing the sea Signup and view all the answers

What did the British law passed in 1850 regarding Christianity allow?

Inheritance of property for any Indian who converts to Christianity Signup and view all the answers

Why did many ruling families try to negotiate with the Company?

To protect their interests and authority Signup and view all the answers

What was Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi's request to the Company?

To recognize her adopted son as the heir to the kingdom Signup and view all the answers

What was the fate of Nana Saheb's plea to the Company?

It was rejected by the Company Signup and view all the answers

Why did Governor-General Dalhousie declare that British rule was needed in Awadh?

To ensure proper administration in the region Signup and view all the answers

What action did the Company take in relation to the Mughal dynasty?

They brought an end to the Mughal dynasty Signup and view all the answers

What did Governor-General Dalhousie announce regarding Bahadur Shah Zafar and his family?

They would be shifted out of the Red Fort after Bahadur Shah Zafar's death Signup and view all the answers