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Overview of the revoltStart of the revoltSpread of the revoltKey termsPolitical causes
Card 1Overview of the revolt

What was the Great Uprising of 1857?

Answer

The Great Uprising of 1857 was the most significant uprising against British rule in India. It began as a mutiny of sepoys but soon spread to many regions and involved many sections of society.

Card 2Start of the revolt

When and where did the Revolt of 1857 begin?

Answer

The Revolt of 1857 started in Meerut on 10 May 1857.

Card 3Spread of the revolt

Why did the revolt spread beyond the army?

Answer

It began with sepoys, but popular discontent had already grown among peasants, artisans, labourers, zamindars, and rulers. Because of this wider anger, the revolt soon engulfed large regions and invol…

Card 4Key terms

What is meant by Sepoy Mutiny?

Answer

Sepoy Mutiny means an open rebellion by Indian soldiers serving in the British army. In 1857, sepoys were the first to rise, and their revolt triggered a much wider uprising.

Card 5Political causes

Why was Lord Dalhousie unpopular among many Indians?

Answer

Lord Dalhousie followed an aggressive policy of expansion. His Doctrine of Lapse, annexations on the grounds of maladministration, and other harsh actions created political discontent among rulers and…

Card 6Political causes

Which states were annexed by the Doctrine of Lapse?

Answer

Nagpur, Jhansi, Satara, Jaitpur, and Sambhalpur were annexed by the Doctrine of Lapse.

Card 7Political causes

Why did Awadh become a centre of anger against the British?

Answer

Awadh was annexed on the grounds of maladministration even though it had been a loyal ally. This created deep resentment among its people and rulers.

Card 8Political causes

Why were Nana Sahib and Bahadur Shah Zafar angry with the British?

Answer

Nana Sahib was made an enemy when Dalhousie denied him a pension. Bahadur Shah Zafar and his successors were denied the use of royal titles and were not allowed to stay in the Red Fort.

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