Question

Answer the following question with the help of the given point:

Write causes of the freedom struggle of 1857:

Discontent among the rulers of princely states

Answer 1

1. On the administrative side, Lord Dalhousie introduced the Doctrine of Lapse, which caused dissatisfaction among the rulers of princely states affected by this policy.
2. Using this doctrine, Dalhousie took control of several states Satara, Jaitpur, Sambalpur, Udaipur, Nagpur, and Jhansi and merged them into the British Empire.
3. The annexation of these states led to the dismissal of soldiers serving in their armies, forcing many to return to farming, which increased pressure on agricultural land. Over time, people started to feel that the British administration was trying to undermine their religion through its policies.
4. In addition to annexing states, the British also confiscated hereditary land rights, which led to widespread dissatisfaction among the Indian population.