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The Great Uprising of 1857 — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 8 · History & Civics
The Great Uprising of 1857 revision notes for ICSE Class 8 History & Civics: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 8 History & Civics syllabus.
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1. Nature and Spread of the Revolt
- The revolt began in Northern and Central India in 1857.
- It started in Meerut on 10 May 1857.
- A contingent of soldiers marched from Meerut to Delhi and killed many British soldiers and officers.
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2. Political Causes
- Lord Dalhousie's aggressive policy of expansion created great discontent.
- Doctrine of Lapse and annexation on grounds of maladministration were major political causes.
- Awadh was annexed on the grounds of maladministration despite being a loyal ally.
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3. Economic Causes
- The new land revenue system brought misery and suffering to peasants.
- The government could confiscate land and take revenue in cash.
- Peasants were exploited by moneylenders and zamindars.
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4. Social and Religious Causes
- British reforms such as abolition of sati, female infanticide, child marriage, and widow remarriage created discontent.
- Many Indians saw these reforms as interference in social and religious customs.
- Christian missionary work created fear and suspicion.
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