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प्रश्न
In the context of the military causes of the Revolt of 1857. answer the following question:
How did the Act pass in 1856 by the British hurt the sentiments of the Hindu sepoys?
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उत्तर
- The General Service Enlistment Act of 1856 upset Hindu sepoys in the British Indian Army. This act forced all Indian soldiers to serve abroad if ordered, conflicting with the religious beliefs of many Hindu sepoys.
- In traditional Hindu customs, crossing the sea, called "Kala Pani," led to losing caste and religious purity.
- For Hindu soldiers, this was more than military duty; it was a deep spiritual violation, separating them from their community and rituals.
- This act was viewed as a clear effort by the British to weaken their cultural and religious identity.
- The sepoys felt resentment and betrayal, believing their traditions were disrespected and their beliefs ignored.
- The act increased distrust between Indian soldiers and British officers, fueling anger and dissatisfaction that led to the Revolt of 1857.
संबंधित प्रश्न
With reference to the Two Major World wars in the 20th century, answer the following questions:
Explain briefly the territorial rearrangements as a result of World War I.
What were the social causes behind the struggle of 1857?
Under what pretext was Oudh annexed to the Company’s dominion?
What was Nana Saheb’s grievance against the British?
The great outbreak of 1857 brought about important changes in the character of Indian Administration and the future development of the country. In this context discuss about the changes introduced in the administrative set-up of the British territories in India.
Or
“The great rising of 1857 was an important event which produced for reaching results in India’s struggle for freedom”. In this context, explain about the reorganization of Army.
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 |
Choose the correct answer:
When ________ was annexed, the estates of the zamindars and talukdars were confiscated by the British.
Answer the following question in one or two words/sentences:
Mention any two main centers of Revolt.
State whether the following statement is True or false:
Awadh was annexed on the ground of maladministration.
State whether the following statement is True or false:
The Indian soldiers were given lesser salaries as compared to their British counterparts.
