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प्रश्न
Answer the following question:
Discuss the social and religious causes responsible for the Revolt of 1857.
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उत्तर
- British advocated many reforms such as the abolition of Sati, female infanticide, child marriage, widow remarriage. This caused discontent all over. These reforms were interpreted by Indians as interference in their religious and social customs.
- Introduction of Railways and telegraphs was viewed with fear and suspicion.
- Introduction of western Education was viewed as an attack on Indian social and religious customs.
- Policy of racial discrimination practiced by the British led to anger and resentment.
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