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प्रश्न
The Act of 1858 ended the East India Company’s rule and the Government of India was transferred to the British Queen. Who became the first Viceroy under this Act?
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Who was the first Viceroy of India?
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उत्तर
Lord Canning.
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Numerous causes gave rise to the First War of Independence and its consequences led to several changes in the British Government in India. In this context, answer the following:
Briefly explain the immediate cause of the Great Revolt.
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State any four changes in the administration of the British Government as a consequence of the Revolt.
Explain the causes of the Great Revolt of 1857 with reference to the following:
Any three military causes
Why did the ‘Doctrine of Lapse’, become a political cause for the result of 1857?
Discuss about the economic exploitation caused by the great rising of 1857.
Discuss how the unhapiness of the Indian aritisans and craftsmen became a factor for 1857 revolt.
Match the Column:
| Column A | Column B |
| 1. Nana Saheb | (a) confiscation of jagirs |
| 2. Bentinck and Dalhousie | (b) exiled to Rangoon |
| 3. Hindu and Muslim sepoys | (c) adopted son of Peshwa Baji Rao II |
| 4. Bahadur Shah Zafar | (d) Tantya Tope |
| 5. Commander Of Nana Saheb | (e) greased cartridges |
State whether the following is true or false:
Peasants benefited from the land revenue system of the British.
Give a reason why:
Indian artisans, weavers, and craftsmen lost their means of livelihood.
The East India Company’s territorial power began to increased rapidly in India after which of the following Battles?
