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Which of the following factors contributed to the uprisings during Mangal Pande's execution?
Which of the following factors contributed to the uprisings during Mangal Pande's execution?
Nana Sahib was a leader who declared the uprising after being denied his pension by the British.
Nana Sahib was a leader who declared the uprising after being denied his pension by the British.
True
Who became a rallying point for those ready to end British rule in Delhi?
Who became a rallying point for those ready to end British rule in Delhi?
Bahadur Shah Zafar
The sepoys in Meerut declared war on the __________.
The sepoys in Meerut declared war on the __________.
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Match the leaders of the uprisings with their respective regions:
Match the leaders of the uprisings with their respective regions:
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What was the primary reason the sepoys in Meerut refused to drill?
What was the primary reason the sepoys in Meerut refused to drill?
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Which policy introduced by Lord Dalhousie contributed significantly to the political unrest leading to the Great Uprising of 1857?
Which policy introduced by Lord Dalhousie contributed significantly to the political unrest leading to the Great Uprising of 1857?
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Sir Collin Campbell successfully defeated the rebels and recaptured Lucknow.
Sir Collin Campbell successfully defeated the rebels and recaptured Lucknow.
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The Revolt of 1857 is known as the First War of Independence by some historians.
The Revolt of 1857 is known as the First War of Independence by some historians.
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What was one of the social reforms that contributed to unrest before the Great Uprising?
What was one of the social reforms that contributed to unrest before the Great Uprising?
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What was the outcome for Bahadur Shah Zafar after the uprising in Delhi?
What was the outcome for Bahadur Shah Zafar after the uprising in Delhi?
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The ___________ of Indian industries and handicrafts led to economic grievances before the Uprising.
The ___________ of Indian industries and handicrafts led to economic grievances before the Uprising.
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What was a significant result of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
What was a significant result of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
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Match the leaders of the Great Uprising with their respective regions:
Match the leaders of the Great Uprising with their respective regions:
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What was a military discrimination faced by Indian soldiers in the British army?
What was a military discrimination faced by Indian soldiers in the British army?
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The British decided to compromise traditional practices in India following the rebellion.
The British decided to compromise traditional practices in India following the rebellion.
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The annexation of Indian states through the Doctrine of Lapse was well-received by Indian rulers.
The annexation of Indian states through the Doctrine of Lapse was well-received by Indian rulers.
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Name one of the regions where revolts occurred prior to 1857.
Name one of the regions where revolts occurred prior to 1857.
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The British increased the number of ________ soldiers while reducing Indian soldiers in the army.
The British increased the number of ________ soldiers while reducing Indian soldiers in the army.
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Name one economic cause of the revolt of 1857.
Name one economic cause of the revolt of 1857.
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Match the following reasons related to the causes of the Indian Rebellion of 1857:
Match the following reasons related to the causes of the Indian Rebellion of 1857:
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Which group of soldiers was favored for recruitment after the changes in military policy?
Which group of soldiers was favored for recruitment after the changes in military policy?
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The land and property of Hindus were primarily confiscated during the British rule.
The land and property of Hindus were primarily confiscated during the British rule.
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What was one of the consequences faced by landlords and zamindars after the rebellion?
What was one of the consequences faced by landlords and zamindars after the rebellion?
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Study Notes
The Great Uprising of 1857
- After a century of British rule in India, a massive rebellion threatened their control in 1857.
- This rebellion is also known as the Revolt of 1857, the Sepoy Mutiny, and the First War of Independence.
- The revolt stemmed from accumulated grievances and a strong dislike of foreign rule by Indians.
Major Causes of the Revolt of 1857
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Political Causes:
- Doctrine of lapse policy, which annexed Indian states without an heir.
- Annexation of Indian states.
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Social Causes:
- Social reforms like the abolition of Sati.
- Spread of Christianity
- Discontent among religious communities.
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Economic Causes:
- Ruined Indian industries and handicrafts by British competition.
- Exploitation of Indian resources by extracting raw materials for export.
- Imposition of high tariffs on Indian goods.
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Military Causes:
- Discrimination against Indian soldiers.
- Limited promotion opportunities for Indian soldiers.
- Significant pay disparity between Indian and British soldiers.
- The introduction of Enfield rifles with greased cartridges, believed to have animal fat (cow or pig), offended religious sentiments.
Leaders and Spread of the Uprising
- Mangal Pandey's resistance triggered the rebellion in Meerut.
- It spread to Delhi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Jhansi, and other major centers in India.
- Major leaders included Rani Lakshmibai, Nana Saheb, and Begum Hazrat Mahal.
Consequences of the Uprising
- The British Parliament passed the Government of India Act of 1858.
- The East India Company's rule ended.
- The British Crown took direct control of India.
- The principle of annexation by the doctrine of lapse was abandoned.
- The British promised to respect Indian customs and traditions.
- Policies were formed to protect the interests of landlords and zamindars. (protection of property rights).
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Test your knowledge on the Great Uprising of 1857, a pivotal rebellion that challenged British rule in India. Explore the various political, social, economic, and military causes that fueled this revolt, and understand its significance in Indian history.
