South Asia: Nepal and Indian Nationalism

Which two empires are mentioned as significant powers in Imperialism Part 2?

What war occurred between Nepal and the British East India Company?

The Treaty of Sugauli resulted in Nepal gaining territory.

Which resource was cited as a reason for British interest in India?

Who led the early resistance against colonial rule?

What was established in India after the Sepoy Mutiny?

The British East India Company became known as _______ after the Sepoy Mutiny.

Match the following regions with their associated empires in 1914:

Nepal's Sphere of Influence

Nepal's strategic location in South Asia historically made it a buffer state between British India and China's Qing dynasty.
The Anglo-Nepalese War (1814-1816) was a conflict between Nepal and the British East India Company.
The Treaty of Sugauli resulted in Nepal ceding territory to the British.
Nepal's renowned Gurkha soldiers were recruited by the British.

Effects of the Sepoy Mutiny

The British crackdown on self-rule efforts, including education and dividing the Muslim population.

Indian Nationalism

Demands for self-rule led to the formation of the Indian National Congress party, advocating for independence.

Resistance Figures

Mangal Pandey, a Sepoy in the British East India Company, was an early resistance leader against colonial rule.
Rani Lakshmi Bhai, the brave Queen of Jhansi, fought against British annexation of her kingdom.

British Raj Established

The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 was a rebellion of Indian soldiers against their British officers, sparked by the use of animal fat in rifle cartridges.
The mutiny led to British control, marking the end of the East India Company and the establishment of the British Raj.
Queen Victoria became Empress of India.

Why India?

The British East India Company was interested in India due to its abundance of natural resources, spices, strategic location along maritime trade routes, and large population.

Explore the historical dynamics of Nepal's influence and the rise of Indian nationalism during the British Raj. This quiz covers key events such as the Anglo-Nepalese War, the Sepoy Mutiny, and notable resistance figures like Mangal Pandey and Rani Lakshmi Bhai. Test your knowledge on these pivotal moments in South Asian history.