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प्रश्न
What were the social causes behind the struggle of 1857?
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उत्तर
- The Indians felt that Britishers interfered in their culture, traditions and customs.
- The British enacted Sati Prohibition Act and the Widow Remarriage Act.
- These were seen as an interference in the lifestyle of the Indians.
- Indians resented it as it was regarded as the destruction of the way of life by the British government.
संबंधित प्रश्न
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.
Mention any two objectives of the Indian National Army
Name two famous Indian leaders of the revolt of 1857.
Name the policy used by Lord Dalhousie for the extension of British territories in India.
What is meant by ‘Doctrine of Lapse’?
The Revolt of 1857 can be attributed to many causes. Explain the military causes which led to the revolt of 1857.
Several factors led to the Revolt of 1857. With reference to this, explain about the discontentment of Sepoys.
State whether the following is true or false:
Indian rulers were quite satisfied with Lord Dalhousie’s expansionist policies.
Answer the following question in one or two words/sentences:
Mention any two main centers of Revolt.
Give a reason why:
Indian artisans, weavers, and craftsmen lost their means of livelihood.
